Iguanura sanderiana
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Habitat and Distribution
Sarawak, a Malaysian state on Borneo. Rainforests.
Description
An attractive, understory palm which has large, undivided, paddle shaped leaves with prominant ridges. Old plants form a slender trunk up to a metre in height.
Culture
A tropical lowland plant requiring high humidity and a minimum temperature of 20 C (68 F.)for good growth. Prefers rich but well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. Cold hardiness Zone: 10b
Comments and Curiosities
- IMAGE GALLERY
Queensland, Australia. Photo by Clayton York, 'Utopia Palms & Cycads.'
Queensland, Australia. Photo by Clayton York, 'Utopia Palms & Cycads.'
Queensland, Australia. Photo by Clayton York, 'Utopia Palms & Cycads.'
Queensland, Australia. Photo by Clayton York, 'Utopia Palms & Cycads.'
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External Links
References
Phonetic spelling of Latin names by edric.
Special thanks to Geoff Stein, (Palmbob) for his hundreds of photos.
Special thanks to Palmweb.org, Dr. John Dransfield, Dr. Bill Baker & team, for their volumes of information and photos.
Glossary of Palm Terms; Based on the glossary in Dransfield, J., N.W. Uhl, C.B. Asmussen-Lange, W.J. Baker, M.M. Harley & C.E. Lewis. 2008. Genera Palmarum - Evolution and Classification of the Palms. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. All images copyright of the artists and photographers (see images for credits).
Many Special Thanks to Ed Vaile for his long hours of tireless editing and numerous contributions.
