Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
stanleyanus
ID:
335112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 302 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334444

Common Names

  • Wittmackanthus stanleyanus
  • Stanley's Palm
  • Stanley's Paurotis Palm

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Synonyms

  • Pallasia stanleyana Klotzsch [valid]
  • Rondeletia dukei Dwyer & M.V.Hayden [valid]
  • Calycophyllum stanleyanum Schomb. [valid]
  • Alseis darienensis Dwyer [valid]

Description

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus (also called 'Stanley's Palm', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and it is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus is a popular ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Wittmackanthus stanleyanus

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wittmackanthus stanleyanus?

Wittmackanthus stanleyanus

What is the common name of Wittmackanthus stanleyanus?

Stanley's Wittmackanthus

What is the natural habitat of Wittmackanthus stanleyanus?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Wittmackanthus genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-214812: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.