Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Lorek & K.C.Pradhan
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 126: 420 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810457
Common Names
- Trachycarpus ukhrulensis
- Trachycarpus
- Ukhrulensis
Description
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis (also called Ukhrul Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to India. It has fan-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for air purification and to reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trachycarpus ukhrulensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept warm and humid. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Trachycarpus ukhrulensis
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Species in the Trachycarpus genus
Trachycarpus fortunei,
Trachycarpus latisectus,
Trachycarpus martianus,
Trachycarpus nanus,
Trachycarpus oreophilus,
Trachycarpus princeps,
Trachycarpus takil,
Trachycarpus geminisectus,
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis,
Trachycarpus ravenii,
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
Michael Lorek: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Lorek' in the authors string.