Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend., N.K.Ban & N.Q.Dung
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 52: 64 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837614
Common Names
- Cattien Pinanga
- Cattien Plant
- Cattien Palm
Description
Pinanga cattienensis (also called Cattien Pinanga, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Vietnam. It is an evergreen palm growing to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 20 cm in diameter. It is found in lowland rainforests, typically in areas with limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Pinanga cattienensis is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pinanga cattienensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pinanga cattienensis is a tropical palm that is easy to cultivate. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Pinanga cattienensis
Pinanga cattienensis can be found in Vietnam.
Pinanga cattienensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinanga cattienensis?
Pinanga cattienensis
What is the common name of Pinanga cattienensis?
Cattien Palm
What is the natural habitat of Pinanga cattienensis?
Tropical rainforests of Vietnam
Species in the Pinanga genus
Pinanga acaulis,
Pinanga adangensis,
Pinanga albescens,
Pinanga andamanensis,
Pinanga angustisecta,
Pinanga annamensis,
Pinanga aristata,
Pinanga arundinacea,
Pinanga auriculata,
Pinanga badia,
Pinanga basilanensis,
Pinanga batanensis,
Pinanga baviensis,
Pinanga bicolana,
Pinanga borneensis,
Pinanga brevipes,
Pinanga brewsteriana,
Pinanga caesia,
Pinanga capitata,
Pinanga celebica,
Pinanga chaiana,
Pinanga cleistantha,
Pinanga copelandii,
Pinanga coronata,
Pinanga crassipes,
Pinanga cucullata,
Pinanga curranii,
Pinanga decora,
Pinanga densiflora,
Pinanga dicksonii,
Pinanga disticha,
Pinanga dumetosa,
Pinanga egregia,
Pinanga forbesii,
Pinanga fractiflexa,
Pinanga furfuracea,
Pinanga geonomiformis,
Pinanga glauca,
Pinanga glaucescens,
Pinanga glaucifolia,
Pinanga globulifera,
Pinanga gracilis,
Pinanga gracillima,
Pinanga grandijuga,
Pinanga grandis,
Pinanga griffithii,
Pinanga heterophylla,
Pinanga hexasticha,
Pinanga hookeriana,
Pinanga hymenospatha,
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
Ninh Khac Ban: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.K.Ban' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.