Salacca affinis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5: 9 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300076
Common Names
- Salacca Affinis
- Affinis Salacca
- Affinis Salacca Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salacca affinis (also called affinis salacca, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Salacca affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salacca affinis has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salacca affinis is a species of palm tree native to Indonesia. It is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm environment.
Where to Find Salacca affinis
Salacca affinis is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Salacca affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salacca affinis?
Salacca affinis
What is the common name of Salacca affinis?
Affinis Palm
What is the natural habitat of Salacca affinis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Salacca genus
Salacca affinis, Salacca clemensiana, Salacca dolicholepis, Salacca dransfieldiana, Salacca flabellata, Salacca glabrescens, Salacca graciliflora, Salacca lophospatha, Salacca magnifica, Salacca minuta, Salacca multiflora, Salacca ramosiana, Salacca rupicola, Salacca sarawakensis, Salacca secunda, Salacca stolonifera, Salacca sumatrana, Salacca vermicularis, Salacca wallichiana, Salacca zalacca, Salacca bakeriana, Salacca griffithii, Salacca acehensis,
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-181787: Based on the initial data import
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.