Wallichia gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Webbia 3: 211 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333792
Common Names
- Wallichia gracilis
- Slender Wallichia
- Gracile Wallichia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wallichia gracilis (also called 'Graceful Wallichia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is found in the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and Fiji. It is a small, woody shrub with small, white flowers and grows in wet forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Wallichia gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive orange flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Wallichia gracilis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wallichia gracilis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings.
Where to Find Wallichia gracilis
Wallichia gracilis is found in tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Wallichia gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wallichia gracilis?
Wallichia gracilis
What is the common name of Wallichia gracilis?
Graceful Wallichia
Where is Wallichia gracilis native to?
India
Species in the Wallichia 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-214131: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.