Status:
valid
Authors:
(O.F.Cook) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Webbia 2: 83 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299312
Common Names
- Rose's Palmetto
- Rose Palmetto
- Rose's Cabbage Palm
Synonyms
- Sabal uresana roseana (O.F.Cook) I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Sabal rosei (also called Rose's Palmetto, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the southeastern United States. It is a medium-sized fan palm, with a trunk up to 8 m tall and a crown of up to 6 m wide. It is found in coastal regions, in hammocks, and in other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sabal rosei has been used for making furniture, paper, and rope. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sabal rosei has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sabal rosei is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered area, as it is susceptible to cold temperatures. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.
Where to Find Sabal rosei
Sabal rosei is native to the Caribbean, including the Bahamas, Cuba, and Hispaniola.
Sabal rosei FAQ
What is the common name of Sabal rosei?
Rose's Palmetto
What is the natural habitat of Sabal rosei?
It is native to the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola and Jamaica
What is the size of Sabal rosei?
It can reach up to 10 meters in height
Species in the Sabal genus
Sabal bermudana,
Sabal causiarum,
Sabal domingensis,
Sabal etonia,
Sabal gretherae,
Sabal maritima,
Sabal mauritiiformis,
Sabal mexicana,
Sabal minor,
Sabal palmetto,
Sabal pumos,
Sabal rosei,
Sabal uresana,
Sabal yapa,
Sabal brazoriensis,
Sabal antillensis,
Sabal lougheediana,
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,