Raphia hookeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Mann & H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 24: 438 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294908
Common Names
- Raphia hookeri
- Hooker's Raffia Palm
- Raffia Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Raphia hookeri (also called Hooker's 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 hookeri 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 hookeri has yellow flowers, large black seeds and small seedlings with long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raphia hookeri 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 hookeri
Raphia hookeri is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the region.
Raphia hookeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphia hookeri?
Raphia hookeri
What is the common name of Raphia hookeri?
Hooker's raffia palm
What is the natural habitat of Raphia hookeri?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan
Species in the Raphia genus
Raphia africana, Raphia australis, Raphia farinifera, Raphia gentiliana, Raphia hookeri, Raphia laurentii, Raphia longiflora, Raphia mannii, Raphia matombe, Raphia monbuttorum, Raphia palma-pinus, Raphia regalis, Raphia rostrata, Raphia ruwenzorica, Raphia sese, Raphia sudanica, Raphia taedigera, Raphia textilis, Raphia vinifera, Raphia gabonica, Raphia zamiana, Raphia diasticha,
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-176712: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
Gustav Mann (1836-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mann' in the authors string.