Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laticalcar
ID:
296898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.B.Hall) Senghas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296230



Common Names

  • Laticalcar Rhipidoglossum
  • Rhipidoglossum Laticalcar
  • Laticalcar Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Diaphananthe laticalcar J.B.Hall [unknown]

Description

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar (also called African Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, and Gabon, and it grows in lowland tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar 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 laticalcar 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 laticalcar is a slow-growing, clumping palm that is native to China. It is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division of the clump. It can also be propagated by taking stem cuttings.

Where to Find Rhipidoglossum laticalcar

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

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipidoglossum laticalcar?

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar

What is the natural habitat of Rhipidoglossum laticalcar?

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhipidoglossum laticalcar?

Rhipidoglossum laticalcar is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall.

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-178022: Based on the initial data import
John Bartholomew Hall (1932-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Hall' in the authors string.
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' in the authors string.