Status:
valid
Authors:
Ramamoorthy, Hiriart & Medrano
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. Méx. 43: 62 (1982).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250062
Common Names
- Leucophylloides Palm
- Leucophylloides Fishtail Palm
- Leucophylloides Fishtail
Description
Neoeplingia leucophylloides (also called White-leafed Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in lowland rainforest and dry deciduous forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neoeplingia leucophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neoeplingia leucophylloides has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neoeplingia leucophylloides is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The plant can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Neoeplingia leucophylloides
Neoeplingia leucophylloides is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the island.
Neoeplingia leucophylloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoeplingia leucophylloides?
Neoeplingia leucophylloides
What is the common name of Neoeplingia leucophylloides?
Leucophylloides Neoeplingia
What is the family of Neoeplingia leucophylloides?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Neoeplingia genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Patricia Hiriart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiriart' in the authors string.