Status:
valid
Authors:
Thoth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 283 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288880
Common Names
- Pubistylus andamanensis
- Andamanensis Palm
- Andaman Palm
Synonyms
- Diplospora andamanensis (Thoth.) M.Gangop. & Chakrab. [valid]
- Diplospora parkinsonii M.Gangop. & Chakrab. [valid]
Description
Pubistylus andamanensis (also called Andaman Islands palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Andaman Islands. It grows in lowland rainforest, and can reach heights of up to 10 m.
Uses & Benefits
Pubistylus andamanensis is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and flooring. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pubistylus andamanensis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pubistylus andamanensis is a species of palm tree native to the Andaman Islands. It is a slow-growing, evergreen species that grows to a height of up to 8 m (26 ft). It is suitable for cultivation in USDA hardiness zones 10 and 11. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Pubistylus andamanensis
Pubistylus andamanensis is native to the Andaman Islands and can be found in tropical forests and coastal areas.
Pubistylus andamanensis FAQ
What is the average height of a Pubistylus andamanensis?
Pubistylus andamanensis typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters.
What is the ideal temperature for a Pubistylus andamanensis?
Pubistylus andamanensis prefers temperatures between 20-30 degrees Celsius.
How much sunlight does a Pubistylus andamanensis need?
Pubistylus andamanensis needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Species in the Pubistylus genus
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Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,