Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
schumannii
ID:
408036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) Essig

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Principes 19: 102 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407368

Common Names

  • Schumann's Phoenix Palm
  • Schumann's Palm
  • Schumann's Brassiophoenix

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Description

Brassiophoenix schumannii (also called Schumann's Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to Madagascar. It has a single trunk and large, fan-shaped leaves. It prefers humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brassiophoenix schumannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brassiophoenix schumannii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassiophoenix schumannii is a palm that can be propagated by seed or division. For cultivation, it prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is also drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Brassiophoenix schumannii

Brassiophoenix schumannii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Brassiophoenix schumannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassiophoenix schumannii?

Brassiophoenix schumannii

What is the common name of Brassiophoenix schumannii?

Schumannii Palm

What is the natural habitat of Brassiophoenix schumannii?

Tropical forests of South America

Species in the Brassiophoenix 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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Frederick Burt Essig (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Essig' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664921-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.