Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipetala
ID:
334970

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Gentry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 160 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334302

Common Names

  • Longipetala Wettinia
  • Longipetala Myrtle
  • Long-petalled Wettinia

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Description

Wettinia longipetala (also called Long-petal Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and can be found in lowland rainforests. It is a small palm, with a slender trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It can reach a height of up to 6 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Wettinia longipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Wettinia longipetala are white or yellowish-white, and have 6 petals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wettinia longipetala is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Wettinia longipetala

Wettinia longipetala is native to Australia.

Wettinia longipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wettinia longipetala?

Wettinia longipetala

What is the common name of Wettinia longipetala?

Long-petalled Wettinia

What is the natural habitat of Wettinia longipetala?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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-214641: Based on the initial data import
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.