Pentarhopalopilia perrieri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
477250
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cavaco & Keraudren) Hiepko
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 108: 287 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476582
Common Names
- Pentarhopalopilia perrieri
- Perrieri Pentarhopalopilia
- Perrieri Leaf
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- Rhopalopilia perrieri Cavaco & Keraudren [unknown]
Description
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri (also called Perrier's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Madagascar. It has a single trunk with a greyish-brown color and a height of up to 15 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry forests and in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: white, tubular, with a yellow center. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: short, with a single stem and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pentarhopalopilia perrieri
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri can be found in the tropical regions of South America, particularly in Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia.
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentarhopalopilia perrieri?
Pentarhopalopilia perrieri
What is the common name of Pentarhopalopilia perrieri?
Perrier's palm
What is the habitat of Pentarhopalopilia perrieri?
It is native to Madagascar.
Species in the Pentarhopalopilia genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2552928: Based on the initial data import
Monique Keraudren (1928-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keraudren' in the authors string.
Alberto Judice Leote Cavaco (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavaco' in the authors string.
Paul Hubertus Hiepko (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiepko' in the authors string.