Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
splendida
ID:
333156

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. 12(Misc.): 6 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332488

Common Names

  • Verschaffeltia splendida
  • Splendid Verschaffeltia
  • Splendid Star-Apple

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Description

Verschaffeltia splendida (also called Splendid Verschaffeltia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a palm, typically growing to 15–20 m (49–66 ft) tall. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in moist forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Verschaffeltia splendida is used in traditional medicine to treat headaches, colds, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verschaffeltia splendida has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verschaffeltia splendida is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Verschaffeltia splendida

Verschaffeltia splendida is native to Madagascar.

Verschaffeltia splendida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verschaffeltia splendida?

Verschaffeltia splendida

What are the common names of Verschaffeltia splendida?

Coconut palm, royal palm, and king palm

What is the growth habit of Verschaffeltia splendida?

It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 meters tall

Species in the Verschaffeltia 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-212849: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.