Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
polyanthum
ID:
296915

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Szlach. & Olszewski

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cameroun 36: 864 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296247



Common Names

  • Polyanthum Rhipidoglossum
  • Rhipidoglossum polyanthum
  • Rhipidoglossum


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Synonyms

  • Mystacidium polyanthum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Sarcorhynchus polyanthus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Sarcorhynchus saccolabioides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Diaphananthe polyantha (Kraenzl.) F.N.Rasm. [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhipidoglossum polyanthum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipidoglossum polyanthum is a tropical aroid that can be grown in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Rhipidoglossum polyanthum

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

Rhipidoglossum polyanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipidoglossum polyanthum?

Rhipidoglossum polyanthum

What is the natural habitat of Rhipidoglossum polyanthum?

Rhipidoglossum polyanthum is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhipidoglossum polyanthum?

Rhipidoglossum polyanthum 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-178038: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Tomasz S. Olszewski (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olszewski' in the authors string.