Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
fortunei
ID:
327197

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 8: 429 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326529

Common Names

  • Fortune's Windmill Palm
  • Chinese Windmill Palm
  • Fortune's Fan Palm

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Description

Trachycarpus fortunei (also called Chinese Windmill Palm, among many other common names) is a species of fan palm native to China, India, and Nepal. It is a medium-sized palm, growing to 10–15 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is found in open forests, often on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trachycarpus fortunei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trachycarpus fortunei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachycarpus fortunei is a small, evergreen palm that grows to about 3-4 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Trachycarpus fortunei

Trachycarpus fortunei is native to China and Japan and can be found in open woodlands and scrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Trachycarpus fortunei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trachycarpus fortunei?

Trachycarpus fortunei

What type of plant is Trachycarpus fortunei?

Palm

Where does Trachycarpus fortunei grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

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-207159: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.