Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
adoxum
ID:
296885

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.N.Rasm.) Senghas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. , ed. 3, 1(16-18): 1110 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296217



Common Names

  • Adoxum Rhipidoglossum
  • Rhipidoglossum Adoxum
  • Adoxum Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Angraecopsis adoxa (F.N.Rasm.) R.Rice [unknown]
  • Diaphananthe adoxa F.N.Rasm. [unknown]

Description

Rhipidoglossum adoxum (also called 'Adoxum Palm', 'Adoxum Coco', and 'Adoxum Coconut', among many other common names) is a tropical, evergreen, palm tree native to Central and South America. It has a tall, slender trunk with no spines and large, fan-shaped leaves. It is found in rainforests, woodlands, and other humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipidoglossum adoxum is a species of shrub that is native to South America. It is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It can also be used as a windbreak or to provide shade in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhipidoglossum adoxum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipidoglossum adoxum is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is also tolerant of salt spray and air pollution.

Where to Find Rhipidoglossum adoxum

Rhipidoglossum adoxum is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Rhipidoglossum adoxum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipidoglossum adoxum?

Rhipidoglossum adoxum

What is the common name of Rhipidoglossum adoxum?

Adoxum Rhipidoglossum

What is the natural habitat of Rhipidoglossum adoxum?

Rhipidoglossum adoxum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Rhipidoglossum genus

Rhipidoglossum adoxum, Rhipidoglossum bilobatum, Rhipidoglossum brevifolium, Rhipidoglossum burttii, Rhipidoglossum candidum, Rhipidoglossum cuneatum, Rhipidoglossum curvatum, Rhipidoglossum densiflorum, Rhipidoglossum globuloso-calcaratum, Rhipidoglossum kamerunense, Rhipidoglossum laticalcar, Rhipidoglossum laxiflorum, Rhipidoglossum longicalcar, Rhipidoglossum magnicalcar, Rhipidoglossum melianthum, Rhipidoglossum microphyllum, Rhipidoglossum mildbraedii, Rhipidoglossum montanum, Rhipidoglossum obanense, Rhipidoglossum ochyrae, Rhipidoglossum orientale, Rhipidoglossum ovale, Rhipidoglossum oxycentron, Rhipidoglossum paucifolium, Rhipidoglossum polyanthum, Rhipidoglossum polydactylum, Rhipidoglossum pulchellum, Rhipidoglossum rutilum, Rhipidoglossum schimperianum, Rhipidoglossum stellatum, Rhipidoglossum stolzii, Rhipidoglossum subsimplex, Rhipidoglossum tanneri, Rhipidoglossum tenuicalcar, Rhipidoglossum ugandense, Rhipidoglossum xanthopollinium, Rhipidoglossum montealenense, Rhipidoglossum arbonnieri, Rhipidoglossum delepierreanum, Rhipidoglossum brachyceras, Rhipidoglossum pendulum, Rhipidoglossum pusillum, Rhipidoglossum thomense, Rhipidoglossum leedalii, Rhipidoglossum caffrum, Rhipidoglossum clavatum, Rhipidoglossum confusum, Rhipidoglossum millarii, Rhipidoglossum globulare, Rhipidoglossum eggelingii,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, 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, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178010: Based on the initial data import
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' in the authors string.
Finn Nygaard Rasmussen (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.N.Rasm.' in the authors string.