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Ptychosperma microcarpum

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Ptychosperma microcarpum (Burret) Burret

Family Name: Arecaceae (Palmae)

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Name Authority
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Palm
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic
Maximum Height 5 m

Biogeography

Native Distribution Papua New Guinea
Native Habitat Terrestrial
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun, Semi-Shade
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

Others

Master ID 34409
Species ID 8822
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Species record last updated on: 26 January 2024.
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