Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
299958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 32: 101 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299290

Common Names

  • Maritime Palmetto
  • Maritime Cabbage Palm
  • Maritime Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Copernicia maritima Mart. [unknown]
  • Copernicia maritima (Kunth) Mart. [deprecated]
  • Copernicia maritima (Kunth) Kunth [valid]

Description

Sabal maritima (also called 'Sea Palmetto', among many other common names) is a fan palm that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sabal maritima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make furniture, baskets, and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabal maritima has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabal maritima can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Sabal maritima

Sabal maritima is native to the Caribbean, including the Bahamas, Cuba, and Hispaniola.

Sabal maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabal maritima?

Sabal maritima

What is the natural habitat of Sabal maritima?

Sabal maritima is native to the southeastern United States.

What are the uses of Sabal maritima?

Sabal maritima is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for its edible fruits.

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181041: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.