Saribus merrillii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Bacon & W.J.Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 55: 113 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922790
Common Names
- Saribus Merrillii
- Merillii Fan Palm
- Merill's Fan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saribus merrillii (also called Merrill's Saribus, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to South America. It has an erect stem, with long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and black. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Saribus merrillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saribus merrillii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single leaf blade.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saribus merrillii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Saribus merrillii
Saribus merrillii is native to the Philippines and can be found in wet forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.
Species in the Saribus genus
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-468441: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.
Christine D. Bacon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bacon' in the authors string.