Plagiostachys philippinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
498278
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 2:572. (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497610
Common Names
- Philippine Plagiostachys
- Philippine Plagiostachys Palm
- Fan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plagiostachys philippinensis (also called Philippine Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm tree with a single trunk and fan-shaped leaves. It is native to the Philippines, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiostachys philippinensis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plagiostachys philippinensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plagiostachys philippinensis is a low-growing, spreading shrub that grows to a height of up to 1m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Plagiostachys philippinensis
Plagiostachys philippinensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Plagiostachys philippinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys philippinensis?
Plagiostachys philippinensis
What is the common name of Plagiostachys philippinensis?
Philippine Foxtail Fern
What type of plant is Plagiostachys philippinensis?
Fern
Species in the Plagiostachys genus
Plagiostachys albiflora, Plagiostachys austrosinensis, Plagiostachys bracteolata, Plagiostachys breviramosa, Plagiostachys corrugata, Plagiostachys crocydocalyx, Plagiostachys elegans, Plagiostachys escritorii, Plagiostachys glandulosa, Plagiostachys lateralis, Plagiostachys mucida, Plagiostachys parva, Plagiostachys parviflora, Plagiostachys philippinensis, Plagiostachys ridleyi, Plagiostachys rolfei, Plagiostachys strobilifera, Plagiostachys sumatrensis, Plagiostachys uviformis, Plagiostachys lasiophylla, Plagiostachys oblanceolata, Plagiostachys brevicalcarata, Plagiostachys longicaudata, Plagiostachys megacarpa, Plagiostachys roseiflora, Plagiostachys viridisepala, Plagiostachys nicobarica, Plagiostachys odorata, Plagiostachys lata, Plagiostachys altistachya,
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497610: Based on the initial data import