Raphia longiflora - 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-0000294917
Common Names
- Raphia longiflora
- Long-Flowered Raffia Palm
- Raffia Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Raphia longiflora (also called long-flowered 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 longiflora 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 longiflora has a large, yellow flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a large, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and long, with a yellowish-green hue.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raphia longiflora 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 longiflora
Raphia longiflora is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the region.
Raphia longiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphia longiflora?
Raphia longiflora
What is the common name of Raphia longiflora?
Longiflor raffia palm
What is the natural habitat of Raphia longiflora?
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-176722: 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.