Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
crocydocalyx
ID:
498201

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) B.L.Burtt & R.M.Sm.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31:315. (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497533



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys crocydocalyx
  • Crocydocalyx Plagiostachys
  • Plagiostachys crocydocalyx Plant


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Synonyms

  • Alpinia crocydocalyx K.Schum. [valid]
  • Languas crocydocalyx (K.Schum.) Merr. [valid]

Description

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx (also called 'Chinese fan palm', among many other common names) is a small palm tree native to China and Japan. It has fan-shaped leaves with a deep green color and a single trunk. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade, and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize sandy soils and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx has white flowers with yellowish-green tips and a yellowish-green centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, erect stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. It is tolerant of coastal conditions and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Plagiostachys crocydocalyx

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx can be found in Southeast Asia, in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx FAQ

What is the common name of Plagiostachys crocydocalyx?

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx is commonly known as the Chinese fan palm.

What is the native range of Plagiostachys crocydocalyx?

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx is native to China.

What is the growth habit of Plagiostachys crocydocalyx?

Plagiostachys crocydocalyx is an evergreen palm that grows up to 8 meters tall.

Species in the Plagiostachys genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Rosemary Margaret Smith (1933-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Sm.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497533: Based on the initial data import