Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diasticha
ID:
295565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 739 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294897

Common Names

  • Raphia diasticha
  • Diastich Raffia Palm
  • Raffia Palm

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Description

Raphia diasticha (also called diasticha raffia palm, among many other common names) is a tall palm tree of the Arecaceae family, native to tropical Africa. It has long, feathery leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Raphia diasticha is used for making baskets, mats, and other items, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of food and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raphia diasticha has yellow flowers, large black seeds and small seedlings with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raphia diasticha is a palm that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Raphia diasticha

Raphia diasticha is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the region.

Raphia diasticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raphia diasticha?

Raphia diasticha

What is the common name of Raphia diasticha?

Diastich raffia palm

What is the natural habitat of Raphia diasticha?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan

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-176701: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.