Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
sumatranus
ID:
270489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 92 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269821

Common Names

  • Pholidocarpus sumatranus
  • Sumatran Date Palm
  • Sumatran Palm

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Description

Pholidocarpus sumatranus (also called Sumatran 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 sumatranus 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 sumatranus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pholidocarpus sumatranus 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 sumatranus

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

Pholidocarpus sumatranus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pholidocarpus sumatranus?

Pholidocarpus sumatranus

What is the common name of Pholidocarpus sumatranus?

Sumatran Fishtail Palm

What is the natural habitat of Pholidocarpus sumatranus?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Arecaceae family

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