Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sierramadreana
ID:
274465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fernando

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 780 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273797

Common Names

  • Pinanga sierramadreana
  • Sierramadreana Palm
  • Sierramadreana Fan Palm

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Description

Pinanga sierramadreana (also called Sierra Madre Fishtail Palm, among many other common names) is a small, clustering palm with a slender trunk and a crown of long, narrow, arching leaves. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland rainforests, and is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Pinanga sierramadreana is used in the production of furniture, paper, and other wood products. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pinanga sierramadreana are small and yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinanga sierramadreana is a tropical plant native to the Philippines. It is a slow-growing species and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered, humid environment and should be protected from strong winds. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pinanga sierramadreana

Pinanga sierramadreana is native to the Philippines.

Pinanga sierramadreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinanga sierramadreana?

Pinanga sierramadreana

What is the common name of Pinanga sierramadreana?

Sierra Madre Pinanga

What is the natural habitat of Pinanga sierramadreana?

Tropical rainforests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156511: Based on the initial data import
Edwino S. Fernando (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernando' in the authors string.