Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
299964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Pers.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 1: 399 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299296

Common Names

  • Minor Palmetto
  • Minor Cabbage Palm
  • Minor Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Sabal adansonii major hort. ex Becc. [unknown]

Description

Sabal minor (also called Dwarf Palmetto, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the southeastern United States. It is a small fan palm, with a trunk up to 3 m tall and a crown of up to 3 m wide. It is found in coastal regions, in hammocks, and in other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sabal minor 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 minor has small, yellowish-white flowers that are borne in a dense, terminal panicle. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabal minor 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 minor

Sabal minor is native to the southeastern United States.

Sabal minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabal minor?

Sabal minor

What is the natural habitat of Sabal minor?

Sabal minor is native to the southeastern United States.

What are the uses of Sabal minor?

Sabal minor 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-181048: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.