Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
opacum
ID:
222412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drude

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 35: 635 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221741



Common Names

  • Opaque Palm
  • Laccosperma opacum
  • Opaque Laccosperma


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Synonyms

  • Neoancistrophyllum opacum (G.Mann & H.Wendl. ex T.Durand & Schinz) Rauschert [unknown]

Description

Laccosperma opacum (also called Palm Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Australia, and it grows in moist grasslands and in bushland. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and large, glossy, ovate leaves. It produces a long, unbranched inflorescence with many small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Laccosperma opacum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laccosperma opacum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Laccosperma opacum: This species is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Laccosperma opacum

Laccosperma opacum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Laccosperma opacum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laccosperma opacum?

Laccosperma opacum

What is the common name of Laccosperma opacum?

Laccosperma opacum

What is the natural habitat of Laccosperma opacum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106709: Based on the initial data import
Carl Georg Oscar Drude (1852-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drude' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
Gustav Mann (1836-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mann' in the authors string.