Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
borneense
ID:
350937

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 8: 355 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000350269

Common Names

  • Borassodendron Borneense
  • Borneense Borassodendron
  • Borassodendron Borassodendron

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Description

Borassodendron borneense (also called Borneo Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests and along the edges of rivers and streams. It has large, fan-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Borassodendron borneense is a species of shrub that is used in ornamental landscaping. It has a dense, spreading habit and is tolerant of a wide range of soils and moisture levels. It can be used as a hedge or as a specimen plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Borassodendron borneense is a small, greenish-brown spikelet with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Borassodendron borneense is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the fall or spring in moist soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. When propagating by cuttings, take cuttings in the spring or summer and root them in moist soil. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Borassodendron borneense

Borassodendron borneense can be found in Southeast Asia.

Borassodendron borneense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Borassodendron borneense?

Borassodendron borneense

What is the common name of Borassodendron borneense?

Borneo rattan

What type of plant is Borassodendron borneense?

Climbing palm

Species in the Borassodendron genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664867-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.