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Palmweb includes the current nomenclature and synonymy of palms, descriptions for over 700 palm taxa, protologues (original descriptions) for around 1200, images for almost 850 and maps with TDWG (Taxonomic Database Working Group) level 3 distribution for all the recognized species. The focus is on taxa that are currently accepted although protologues for synonyms are also available.
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Glossary of Palm Terms and Palmweb. The European Network of...
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The latest classification of palms as given in Genera Palmarum (Dransfield et al., 2008) recognises five subfamilies, 28 tribes and 27 subtribes as outlined in the table below. This classification is based on extensive phylogenetic research, especially DNA-based studies. Groups have been recognised where phylogenetic evidence supports their ...
Classification of Palm Trees [Arecaceae] Containing the Complete list of all the world's palm tree species [Arecaceae] This is the current recognised classification of the order of palms according to: John Dransfield, Natalie W. Uhl, Conny B. Asmussen, William J. Baker, Madeline M. Harley and Carl E. Lewis (2008) Genera Palmarum - The evolution and classification of palms.
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There are thousands of palm trees around the world; and even though only a handful are native to the U.S., many non-native palms grow and thrive in our yards. Let’s talk about how to whittle down the list and find out your palm tree type!
To identify your palm, start by looking closely at its leaves (which are called “fronds”) and its trunk.
Grow zones:Palms grow best in zones 9-11. In these areas, summers are hot and humid, and winters are mild with little chance of cold weather. That said, there are some hardy palms (like European fa...Where to plant:Palm trees can adapt to different soil types, but their preference is loose, sandy soil that drains well.Height/Spread:With so many species of palms to grow, there’s no standard height to expect. Dwarf palms can max out at just four or five feet tall, which other palms can grow to 30, 40 or 50-plus fe...Sunlight:Many palms require six hours or more of direct sunlight every day. But some palms, like needle palm or lady palm, grow better in shade.A few pests and diseases can leave palm trees with a not-so-pretty appearance. 1. Brown and droopy palm fronds might come with an easy fix, for example, watering your tree more or adding nutrients to the soil. But first, you’ll want to rule out a potential pest or disease. Find out why your palm tree fronds are turning brown. 2. Yellow palm tree fr...
May 25, 2014 · Already have a palm tree in your yard? Not sure what kind it is? Educate yourself in the section on identification. The book breaks down all the specific areas of the tree to look at when trying to determine the species. Knowing the correct type will help you to provide the proper nutritional and growing conditions that will allow your palm to ...
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May 27, 2022 · 15. Livistona Chinensis (Chinese Fan Palm) Although native to China, Chinese fan palm is one of the most common palm trees in the Florida landscape. There, it is considered invasive but remains a popular ornamental tree. Unlike its dwarf cultivars, the true version of Chinese fan palm is a medium-sized tree.
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May 31, 2024 · Identify a palm by its leaf stems. One thing that distinguishes a palm tree from other tree varieties is its unbranched stem with leaf tufts either on the end or on each side of the stem known as fronds. [8] These bushy, often large, leaves on the stem are a common identifier.
