Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
kingianus
ID:
270483

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 2: 167 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269815

Common Names

  • Pholidocarpus kingianus
  • King's Date Palm
  • Kingianus Date Palm

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Description

Pholidocarpus kingianus (also called King's pholidocarpus, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm tree with pinnate leaves and yellow-orange fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pholidocarpus kingianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pholidocarpus kingianus are yellow-orange and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pholidocarpus kingianus is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to keep it at a desired size.

Where to Find Pholidocarpus kingianus

Pholidocarpus kingianus is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.

Pholidocarpus kingianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pholidocarpus kingianus?

Pholidocarpus kingianus

What is the common name of Pholidocarpus kingianus?

King's Fishtail Palm

What is the natural habitat of Pholidocarpus kingianus?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152716: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.