Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kurz) H.E.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Principes 14: 79 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296488
Common Names
- Rhopaloblaste augusta
- Augusta Rhopaloblaste
- Augusta Palm
Description
Rhopaloblaste augusta (also called August's 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
Rhopaloblaste augusta is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhopaloblaste brassii has small, yellowish-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhopaloblaste augusta is a small, perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Rhopaloblaste augusta
Rhopaloblaste augusta can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Rhopaloblaste augusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhopaloblaste augusta?
Rhopaloblaste augusta
What is the family of Rhopaloblaste augusta?
Arecaceae
Where is Rhopaloblaste augusta native to?
Brazil
Species in the Rhopaloblaste genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,