Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Wendl. ex H.J.Veitch) H.Wendl. ex Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Rep. Progr. Condition Roy. Gard. Kew 1882: 55 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288809
Common Names
- Macarthurii Ptychosperma
- Macarthurii Palm
- Macarthurii Palm
Description
Ptychosperma macarthurii (also called MacArthur's Solitaire Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ptychosperma macarthurii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptychosperma macarthurii is a small, creamy white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptychosperma macarthurii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ptychosperma macarthurii
Ptychosperma macarthurii is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.
Ptychosperma macarthurii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptychosperma macarthurii?
Ptychosperma macarthurii
What is the common name of Ptychosperma macarthurii?
MacArthur's Palm
What is the natural habitat of Ptychosperma macarthurii?
It is found in rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands
Species in the Ptychosperma genus
Ptychosperma ambiguum,
Ptychosperma buabe,
Ptychosperma burretianum,
Ptychosperma caryotoides,
Ptychosperma cuneatum,
Ptychosperma elegans,
Ptychosperma furcatum,
Ptychosperma gracile,
Ptychosperma hartmannii,
Ptychosperma lauterbachii,
Ptychosperma lineare,
Ptychosperma macarthurii,
Ptychosperma macrocerum,
Ptychosperma mambare,
Ptychosperma microcarpum,
Ptychosperma mooreanum,
Ptychosperma nicolai,
Ptychosperma praemorsum,
Ptychosperma propinquum,
Ptychosperma pullenii,
Ptychosperma ramosissimum,
Ptychosperma rosselense,
Ptychosperma salomonense,
Ptychosperma sanderianum,
Ptychosperma schefferi,
Ptychosperma streimannii,
Ptychosperma tagulense,
Ptychosperma vestitum,
Ptychosperma waitianum,
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,