Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
regia
ID:
334715

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1869: 1236 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334047

Common Names

  • Welfia regia
  • Regia Welfia
  • Royal Welfia

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Synonyms

  • Welfia georgii B.S.Williams [valid]

Description

Welfia regia (also called Welfia regia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a palm tree that grows in wet and dry forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Welfia regia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its timber and for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Welfia regia is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Welfia regia is a large tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Welfia regia

Welfia regia is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is sometimes cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Welfia regia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Welfia regia?

Welfia regia

What is the common name of Welfia regia?

Palm of the Kings

What is the natural habitat of Welfia regia?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Welfia 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-214387: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Thomas Moore (1821-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Moore' in the authors string.