Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
thompsonii
ID:
299922

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) Pichon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 35: 322 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299254



Common Names

  • Thompson's Saba
  • Saba thompsonii
  • Thompson Saba


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Synonyms

  • Landolphia thompsonii A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Saba thompsonii (also called 'Thompson's Palm', among many other common names) is an evergreen palm tree that can grow up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Saba thompsonii is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Saba thompsonii are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saba thompsonii is a slow-growing palm that is best propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be propagated by dividing the suckers that grow around the base of the plant.

Where to Find Saba thompsonii

Saba thompsonii is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Saba thompsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saba thompsonii?

Saba thompsonii

What is the common name of Saba thompsonii?

Thompson's Saba

Where is Saba thompsonii found?

Saba thompsonii is found in Central America.

Species in the Saba genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181008: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.