Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ovale
ID:
296910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 195 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296242



Common Names

  • Ovale Rhipidoglossum
  • Rhipidoglossum ovale
  • Rhipidoglossum


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Synonyms

  • Diaphananthe ovalis Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Rhipidoglossum ovale (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 ovale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhipidoglossum ovale has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipidoglossum ovale 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 ovale

Rhipidoglossum ovale can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Rhipidoglossum ovale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipidoglossum ovale?

Rhipidoglossum ovale

What is the natural habitat of Rhipidoglossum ovale?

Rhipidoglossum ovale is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhipidoglossum ovale?

Rhipidoglossum ovale 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-178033: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.