Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Clarkson & Joy Thomps.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Telopea 3: 294 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250067
Common Names
- Sericisepala Palm
- Sericisepala Fishtail Palm
- Sericisepala Fishtail
Description
Neofabricia sericisepala (also called Silky-sepaled 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 sericisepala 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 sericisepala 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neofabricia sericisepala 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 sericisepala
Neofabricia sericisepala is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the island.
Neofabricia sericisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neofabricia sericisepala?
Neofabricia sericisepala
What is the common name of Neofabricia sericisepala?
Sericisepala Neofabricia
What is the family of Neofabricia sericisepala?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Neofabricia genus
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,