Raphia matombe - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 5: 144 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294923
Common Names
- Raphia matombe
- Matombe Raffia Palm
- Raffia Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Raphia matombe (also called African raffia palm, among many other common names) is a species of fan palm native to tropical Africa. It is a medium-sized palm, growing up to 8 m tall, with a single stem and a crown of large, pinnate leaves. It is found in lowland rainforest, swamps, and riverine forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Raphia matombe 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
The flowers of Raphia matombe are small, yellowish-green in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raphia matombe is a species of palm tree native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done through seed or by division of the suckers.
Where to Find Raphia matombe
Raphia matombe is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the rainforests of the region.
Raphia matombe FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphia matombe?
Raphia matombe
What is the common name of Raphia matombe?
Matombe raffia palm
What is the natural habitat of Raphia matombe?
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-176728: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.