Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
222006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 420 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221335



Common Names

  • Koilodepas ferrugineum
  • Ferrugineum Koilodepas
  • Ferrugineum Koilodepas Plant


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Description

Koilodepas ferrugineum (also called Rusty Koilodepas, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Africa. It is an evergreen tree growing to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm diameter. It has a dense crown of pinnate leaves up to 2.5 m long, each leaf with up to 100 leaflets. It grows in rainforest and dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Koilodepas ferrugineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koilodepas ferrugineum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koilodepas ferrugineum is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C (28°F). It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering in winter. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Koilodepas ferrugineum

Koilodepas ferrugineum is native to tropical Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Koilodepas ferrugineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koilodepas ferrugineum?

Koilodepas ferrugineum

What are the common names of Koilodepas ferrugineum?

Rusty koilodepas

What type of plant is Koilodepas ferrugineum?

Tropical shrub

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

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