Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
323894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lodd. ex Schult. & Schult.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 7(2): 1301 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323226

Common Names

  • Thrinax radiata
  • Radiata Thrinax
  • Radiate Thatch Palm

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Synonyms

  • Coccothrinax radiata (Lodd. ex Schult. & Schult.f.) Sarg. [unknown]

Description

Thrinax radiata (also called Silver Thatch Palm, among many other common names) is a medium-sized palm tree that grows up to 25 feet tall. It has a single trunk with a crown of fan-shaped leaves. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thrinax radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thrinax radiata is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrinax radiata can be propagated by seed, division, or air layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Air layering can be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can also be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Thrinax radiata

Thrinax radiata is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Thrinax radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrinax radiata?

Thrinax radiata

What type of plant is Thrinax radiata?

Thrinax radiata is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae.

Where is Thrinax radiata found?

Thrinax radiata is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico.

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-203987: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.