Roystonea princeps - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 63: 76 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298341
Common Names
- Roystonea princeps
- Princeps Royal Palm
- Princeps Cabbage Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Roystonea princeps (also called Prince's Royal Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a large palm that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Roystonea princeps is used for making furniture, baskets, and mats. It is also used for making paper, and for making rope and twine. It has been used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Roystonea princeps flowers are white and fragrant, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Roystonea princeps is a palm that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Roystonea princeps
Roystonea princeps is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Roystonea princeps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roystonea princeps?
Roystonea princeps
What is the common name of Roystonea princeps?
Prince's Royal Palm
What is the natural habitat of Roystonea princeps?
Found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic
Species in the Roystonea 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180148: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.