Status:
valid
Authors:
Whiffin
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 454 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507742
Common Names
- Palmeria foremanii
- Foreman's Palmeria
- Foreman's Palmeria
Description
Palmeria foremanii (also called Foreman's Palmeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and grasslands. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and leathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Palmeria foremanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palmeria foremanii is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, light brown seed. The seedlings are small, light green plants with needle-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Palmeria foremanii is a tropical shrub native to the Caribbean. It is a fast-growing plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a warm, humid environment to ensure successful rooting.
Where to Find Palmeria foremanii
Palmeria foremanii is native to South Africa.
Palmeria foremanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palmeria foremanii?
Palmeria foremanii
What are the common names of Palmeria foremanii?
Foreman's palmeria
What is the natural habitat of Palmeria foremanii?
Tropical and subtropical forests in South America
Species in the Palmeria genus
Palmeria arfakiana,
Palmeria brassii,
Palmeria clemensae,
Palmeria angica,
Palmeria hooglandii,
Palmeria gracilis,
Palmeria womersleyi,
Palmeria hypargyrea,
Palmeria hypochrysea,
Palmeria hypotephra,
Palmeria incana,
Palmeria montana,
Palmeria racemosa,
Palmeria schoddei,
Palmeria foremanii,
Palmeria hyptotephra,
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,