Status:
valid
Authors:
C.K.Lim
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Folia Malaysiana 6: 74 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809648
Common Names
- Pinanga limbangensis
- Limbang Pinanga
- Limbang's Pinanga
Description
Pinanga limbangensis (also called Limbang Pinanga, among many other common names) is a palm tree with large white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pinanga limbangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pinanga limbangensis are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pinanga limbangensis is a small, evergreen palm that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Pinanga limbangensis
Pinanga limbangensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.
Pinanga limbangensis FAQ
What is the size of Pinanga limbangensis?
Pinanga limbangensis can reach up to 25 cm in diameter.
What is the natural habitat of Pinanga limbangensis?
Pinanga limbangensis is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
What is the lifespan of Pinanga limbangensis?
Pinanga limbangensis can live up to 15 years.
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,