Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
297136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 11: 329 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296468



Common Names

  • Rhomboda lanceolata
  • Lanceolata Palm
  • Lanceolata Fan Palm


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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus luzonensis (Ames) J.J.Wood [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus pomrangianus Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Macodes lanceolata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Odontochilus pomrangianus (Seidenf.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Rhomboda luzonensis (Ames) Ormerod [unknown]
  • Zeuxine luzonensis Ames [unknown]
  • Adenostylis luzonensis Ames [unknown]
  • Adenostylis vanoverberghii Ames [unknown]
  • Dossinia lanceolata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Hetaeria lanceolata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Zeuxine luzonensis (Ames) Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Rhomboda lanceolata (also called Lanceolate palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South East Asia. It is a medium-sized palm tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is also cultivated for its edible fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Rhomboda lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhomboda lanceolata has small, white flowers that are densely clustered in inflorescences. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhomboda lanceolata is a palm native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Rhomboda lanceolata

Rhomboda lanceolata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical moist forests.

Rhomboda lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhomboda lanceolata?

Rhomboda lanceolata

What is the common name of Rhomboda lanceolata?

Lance-leaved Palm

What is the natural habitat of Rhomboda lanceolata?

Tropical rainforests

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-178256: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.