Salacca griffithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Makinoa , n.s., 7: 88 (2007 publ. 2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916638
Common Names
- Salacca griffithii
- Griffithii Salacca
- Salacca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salacca griffithii (also called Griffith's Salacca, among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to Southeast Asia. It has large, fan-shaped leaves and grows in humid, tropical areas such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Salacca griffithii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Salacca griffithii is yellow with a red center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salacca griffithii is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Salacca griffithii
Salacca griffithii can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Salacca griffithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salacca griffithii?
Salacca griffithii
What is the family of Salacca griffithii?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Salacca griffithii?
Griffith's Salacca
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-461811: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.