Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
sargentii
ID:
284837

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wendl. ex Sarg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 11: 314 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284169

Common Names

  • Sargentii False Phoenix
  • False Phoenix
  • Pseudophoenix sargentii

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Synonyms

  • Pseudophoenix sargentii sargentii [unknown]
  • Sargentia ariococca H.Wendl. & Drude ex Salomon [unknown]

Description

Pseudophoenix sargentii (also called Sargent's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudophoenix sargentii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudophoenix sargentii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudophoenix sargentii is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pseudophoenix sargentii

Pseudophoenix sargentii is native to the Caribbean, especially the Greater Antilles.

Pseudophoenix sargentii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudophoenix sargentii?

Pseudophoenix sargentii

What is the common name of Pseudophoenix sargentii?

Sargent's Palm

Where is Pseudophoenix sargentii found?

Pseudophoenix sargentii is found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico

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-166480: Based on the initial data import
Charles Sprague Sargent (1841-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sarg.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.