Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 91 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269818
Common Names
- Pholidocarpus mucronatus
- Mucronatus Date Palm
- Mucronatus Palm
Description
Pholidocarpus mucronatus (also called Mucronate 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 mucronatus 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
Flower of Pholidocarpus mucronatus is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pholidocarpus mucronatus 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 mucronatus
Pholidocarpus mucronatus is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.
Pholidocarpus mucronatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pholidocarpus mucronatus?
Pholidocarpus mucronatus
What is the common name of Pholidocarpus mucronatus?
Mucronate Fishtail Palm
What is the natural habitat of Pholidocarpus mucronatus?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Pholidocarpus genus
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,