Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 4: 44 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283235
Common Names
- Ascidieria longifolia
- Long-Leaved Ascidieria
- Ascidieria
Synonyms
- Pinalia longifolia Kuntze [unknown]
- Ascidieria verticillaris (Kraenzl.) Garay [unknown]
- Eria longifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
- Eria verticillaris Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Cymboglossum longifolium (Hook.f.) Brieger [unknown]
Description
Ascidieria longifolia (also called 'Long-leaved Pritchardia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the palm family, native to the islands of Hawaii. It is a small fan palm, growing to a height of up to 6 m (20 ft). It is found in dry and mesic forests, as well as in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ascidieria longifolia is a species of shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ascidieria longifolia has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ascidieria longifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Ascidieria longifolia
Ascidieria longifolia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Ascidieria longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ascidieria longifolia?
Ascidieria longifolia
What is the common name of Ascidieria longifolia?
Longifolia Ascidieria
Where is Ascidieria longifolia native to?
India
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Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
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Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
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Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
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Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,