Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
synanthera
ID:
270494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Taxon 18: 231 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269826

Common Names

  • Pholidostachys synanthera
  • Synanthera Palm
  • Synanthera Date Palm

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Description

Pholidostachys synanthera (also called Synantherous Pholidota, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with a single stem and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to China and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pholidostachys synanthera sub. robusta (Trail) A.J.Hend.
Pholidostachys synanthera sub. synanthera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Pholidostachys synanthera is a yellow, 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

Pholidostachys synanthera 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 Pholidostachys synanthera

Pholidostachys synanthera is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.

Pholidostachys synanthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pholidostachys synanthera?

Pholidostachys synanthera

What is the natural habitat of Pholidostachys synanthera?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests

What are the common names of Pholidostachys synanthera?

Chinese bamboo palm, Chinese fan palm

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152727: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.