Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolicholepis
ID:
300752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 731 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300084

Common Names

  • Salacca Dolicholepis
  • Dolicholepis Salacca
  • Dolicholepis Salacca Palm

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Description

Salacca dolicholepis (also called Long-Leaf Salacca, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized palm, with a single slender trunk, growing up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are pinnate, up to 2 m long, with numerous leaflets. It is found in lowland rainforest, up to 1000 m elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Salacca dolicholepis 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

The flower of Salacca dolicholepis is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacca dolicholepis is an evergreen, clumping palm that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Salacca dolicholepis

Salacca dolicholepis is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Salacca dolicholepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacca dolicholepis?

Salacca dolicholepis

What is the common name of Salacca dolicholepis?

Long-scaled Salacca

What is the natural habitat of Salacca dolicholepis?

Tropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181794: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.