Ptychosperma nicolai - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nicolai
ID:
289492
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sander ex André) Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 263 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288824
Common Names
- Nicolai Palm
- Ptychosperma nicolai
- Nicolai Ptychosperma
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- Romanovia nicolai hort. [unknown]
- Romanovia nicolai Sander ex André [valid]
Description
Ptychosperma nicolai (also called Nicolai'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 nicolai 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 nicolai 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptychosperma nicolai is a species of palm tree that is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the underground stem. It prefers a sunny position and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Ptychosperma nicolai
Ptychosperma nicolai is found in tropical regions of Australia, including Queensland, Northern Territory, and Western Australia.
Ptychosperma nicolai FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptychosperma nicolai?
Ptychosperma nicolai
What are the common names of Ptychosperma nicolai?
Nicolai Palm, Alexander Palm
What is the natural habitat of Ptychosperma nicolai?
Tropical rainforests of Australia, 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170876: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.