Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
270493

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wendl. ex Hemsl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 3: 410 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269825



Common Names

  • Pholidostachys pulchra
  • Pulchra Palm
  • Pulchra Date Palm


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Synonyms

  • Geonoma amabilis H.Wendl. ex Dahlgren [invalid]

Description

Pholidostachys pulchra (also called Beautiful pholidostachys, among many other common names) is a single-stemmed palm tree with pinnate leaves and yellow-orange fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pholidostachys pulchra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Pholidostachys pulchra is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pholidostachys pulchra is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to keep it at a desired size.

Where to Find Pholidostachys pulchra

Pholidostachys pulchra is native to Southeast Asia and is rarely found in cultivation.

Pholidostachys pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pholidostachys pulchra?

Pholidostachys pulchra

What is the common name of Pholidostachys pulchra?

Beautiful Fishtail Palm

What is the natural habitat of Pholidostachys pulchra?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152726: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.