Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
250734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gaertn.) Joy Thomps.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Telopea 2: 380 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250066

Common Names

  • Myrtifolia Palm
  • Myrtifolia Fishtail Palm
  • Myrtifolia Fishtail

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Description

Neofabricia myrtifolia (also called Myrtle-leafed Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in lowland rainforest and dry deciduous forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Neofabricia myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neofabricia myrtifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neofabricia myrtifolia is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The plant can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Neofabricia myrtifolia

Neofabricia myrtifolia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the island.

Neofabricia myrtifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neofabricia myrtifolia?

Neofabricia myrtifolia

What is the common name of Neofabricia myrtifolia?

Myrtifolia Neofabricia

What is the family of Neofabricia myrtifolia?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-133727: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gaertner (1732-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaertn.' in the authors string.
Joy Thompson (1923-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joy Thomps.' in the authors string.