Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dowe & Barfod) Bacon & W.J.Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 55: 115 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922804
Common Names
- Saribus Tothur
- Tothur Fan Palm
- Tothur Saribus
Description
Saribus tothur (also called Tothur Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to South America. It has long, feathery leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, tropical climates and is found in rainforests, swamps, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Saribus tothur is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saribus tothur 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saribus tothur is a species of palm tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, humid environment. Germination usually takes place within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Saribus tothur
Saribus tothur 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
Christine D. Bacon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bacon' in the authors string.