Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acehensis
ID:
1304232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mogea & Zumaidar

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 159: 288 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316686

Common Names

  • Salacca Acehensis
  • Acehensis Salacca
  • Salacca Palm

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Description

Salacca acehensis (also called 'Aceh' palm, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It is native to Indonesia and is typically found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salacca acehensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salacca acehensis are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacca acehensis can be propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not overly wet. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Salacca acehensis

Salacca acehensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Salacca acehensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacca acehensis?

Salacca acehensis

What is the common name of Salacca acehensis?

Aceh Salak

What is the natural habitat of Salacca acehensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

J.P. Mogea (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mogea' in the authors string.
Zumaidar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zumaidar' in the authors string.