Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 45 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288855
Common Names
- Ptychosperma salomonense
- Salomonense Palm
- Solomon Islands Palm
Description
Ptychosperma salomonense (also called Solomon Islands Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Australia and New Guinea. It is a small to medium-sized palm tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforest, monsoon forest, and savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Ptychosperma salomonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptychosperma salomonense is yellow with a dark center, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptychosperma salomonense is a species of palm tree native to Australia and New Guinea. It is a slow-growing species, reaching heights of up to 10 m (33 ft). It is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Germination can take up to 6 months.
Where to Find Ptychosperma salomonense
Ptychosperma salomonense is native to the Solomon Islands and can be found in tropical forests and coastal areas.
Ptychosperma salomonense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptychosperma salomonense?
Ptychosperma salomonense
What is the common name of Ptychosperma salomonense?
Solomon Island Palm
What is the natural habitat of Ptychosperma salomonense?
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,