Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maisiana
ID:
299005

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.H.Bailey) Zona

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 71: 22 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298337

Common Names

  • Roystonea maisiana
  • Maisiana Royal Palm
  • Maisiana Cabbage Palm

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Description

Roystonea maisiana (also called Mais' Royal Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a large palm that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Roystonea maisiana is used for making furniture, baskets, and mats. It is also used for making paper, and for making rope and twine. It has been used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Roystonea maisiana flowers are white and fragrant, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roystonea maisiana is a palm that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Roystonea maisiana

Roystonea maisiana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Roystonea maisiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roystonea maisiana?

Roystonea maisiana

What is the common name of Roystonea maisiana?

Mais' Royal Palm

What is the natural habitat of Roystonea maisiana?

Found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180143: Based on the initial data import
Liberty Hyde Bailey (1858-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Bailey' in the authors string.
Scott Zona (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zona' in the authors string.