Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antillensis
ID:
1304230

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Griff.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 303(1): 56 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316684

Common Names

  • Sabal Antillensis
  • Antillensis Sabal
  • Sabal Palm

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Description

Sabal antillensis (also called 'Antillean' palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean and is typically found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sabal antillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sabal antillensis is yellow and has a white centre. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabal antillensis can be propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not overly wet. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Sabal antillensis

Sabal antillensis is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Sabal antillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabal antillensis?

Sabal antillensis

What is the common name of Sabal antillensis?

Antillean Palmetto

What is the natural habitat of Sabal antillensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

M.Patrick Griffith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Griff.' in the authors string.