Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauritiiformis
ID:
299959

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Karst.) Griseb. & H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 514 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299291

Common Names

  • Mauritiiformis Palmetto
  • Mauritiiformis Cabbage Palm
  • Mauritiiformis Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Sabal glaucescens Lodd. ex H.Wendl. [invalid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Sabal mauritiiformis 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 mauritiiformis 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 mauritiiformis 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 mauritiiformis

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

Sabal mauritiiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabal mauritiiformis?

Sabal mauritiiformis

What is the natural habitat of Sabal mauritiiformis?

Sabal mauritiiformis is native to the Caribbean.

What are the uses of Sabal mauritiiformis?

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

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-181042: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.