Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
kingii
ID:
289393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 3: 296 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288725



Common Names

  • King's Ptychopyxis
  • King's Wood-sorrel
  • King's Wood-sorrel


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus arboreus platyphyllus Merr. [unknown]

Description

Ptychopyxis kingii (also called King's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ptychopyxis kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ptychopyxis kingii are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptychopyxis kingii is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken from the parent plant.

Where to Find Ptychopyxis kingii

Ptychopyxis kingii can be found in Central and South America.

Ptychopyxis kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychopyxis kingii?

Ptychopyxis kingii

What type of plant is Ptychopyxis kingii?

Ptychopyxis kingii is a shrub

Where is Ptychopyxis kingii found?

Ptychopyxis kingii is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References