Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
116068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 40 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115397



Common Names

  • Lordhowea insularis
  • Insularis Lordhowea
  • Insularis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio insularis Benth. [unknown]

Description

Lordhowea insularis (also called Island Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to the Pacific Islands. It has large, fan-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, sandy soils in coastal areas and on islands.

Uses & Benefits

Lordhowea insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lordhowea insularis is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lordhowea insularis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in well-drained, sunny positions. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Place the cuttings in a pot of moist, well-drained soil and keep in a warm, sheltered spot until they have rooted. Plant out in the garden in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Lordhowea insularis

Lordhowea insularis is native to the islands of the Pacific Ocean, from Hawaii to New Zealand.

Lordhowea insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lordhowea insularis?

Lordhowea insularis

What is the common name of Lordhowea insularis?

Lord Howe Island palm

What is the flowering period of Lordhowea insularis?

Spring to summer

Species in the Lordhowea genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-76851: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.