Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
causiarum
ID:
299933

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.F.Cook) Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Webbia 2: 71 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299265

Common Names

  • Causiarum Sabal
  • Sabal causiarum
  • Causiarum's Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Sabal haitensis L.H.Bailey [deprecated]

Description

Sabal causiarum (also called Causiar Palmetto, among many other common names) is a fan palm that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sabal causiarum is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sabal causiarum are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabal causiarum is a slow-growing palm that is best propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be propagated by dividing the suckers that grow around the base of the plant.

Where to Find Sabal causiarum

Sabal causiarum is native to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

Sabal causiarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabal causiarum?

Sabal causiarum

What is the common name of Sabal causiarum?

Causiarum Sabal

Where is Sabal causiarum found?

Sabal causiarum is found in Puerto Rico.

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