Tahina spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf. & Rakotoarin.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 156: 84 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813267
Common Names
- Spectacular Tahina
- Spectacular Tahina Palm
- Spectacular Tahina Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tahina spectabilis (also called Tahina Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tahina spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tahina spectabilis is a large, white, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tahina spectabilis is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in early summer.
Where to Find Tahina spectabilis
Tahina spectabilis is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical nurseries and garden centers.
Tahina spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tahina spectabilis?
Tahina spectabilis
What is the common name of Tahina spectabilis?
Spectabilis Palm
What is the natural habitat of Tahina spectabilis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Tahina 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-351389: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
Mijoro Rakotoarinivo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotoarin.' in the authors string.