Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coeruleum
ID:
431086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Thulin & Lavin

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.26: 309 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430418

Common Names

  • Blue Ginger Lily
  • Ginger Lily
  • Zygocarpum coeruleum

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Synonyms

  • Ormocarpum caeruleum Balf.f. [valid]
  • Diphaca coerulea (Balf.f.) Taub. [valid]
  • Solulus coeruleus (Balf.f.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Zygocarpum coeruleum (also called Blue Date Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Arabian Peninsula. It grows up to 10 m in height and has a solitary trunk. Its leaves are pinnate, with leaflets that are linear to lanceolate in shape. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zygocarpum coeruleum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zygocarpum coeruleum are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygocarpum coeruleum is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Zygocarpum coeruleum

Zygocarpum coeruleum is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Zygocarpum coeruleum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygocarpum coeruleum?

Zygocarpum coeruleum

What is the common name of Zygocarpum coeruleum?

Blue Zygocarpum

What is the natural habitat of Zygocarpum coeruleum?

It is native to Thailand

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Matt Lavin (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavin' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.