Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ceramica
ID:
297158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 288 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296490



Common Names

  • Rhopaloblaste ceramica
  • Ceramic Rhopaloblaste
  • Ceramic Palm


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Synonyms

  • Bentinckia ceramica H.Wendl. [unknown]

Description

Rhopaloblaste ceramica (also called Ceramic palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South East Asia. It is a medium-sized palm tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is also cultivated for its edible fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Rhopaloblaste ceramica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhopaloblaste dyscrita has small, yellowish-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhopaloblaste ceramica is a small, perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Rhopaloblaste ceramica

Rhopaloblaste ceramica can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Rhopaloblaste ceramica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhopaloblaste ceramica?

Rhopaloblaste ceramica

What is the family of Rhopaloblaste ceramica?

Arecaceae

Where is Rhopaloblaste ceramica native to?

Brazil

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-178278: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.