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Adonidia merrillii
Manila Palm, Christmas Palm
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| Species Name | Adonidia merrillii |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Manila Palm, Christmas Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Adonidia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Solitary feather-leafed palm growing up to 15 m but often no more than 9 m in cultivation, c. 30 cm in diameter. Crownshaft light green with about 12 strongly arching fronds; fronds 1.8-2.4 m long, leaflets regularly arranged. Old fronds abscised cleanly from the trunk. The much-branched inflorescences from beneath the crownshaft bear smallish white unisexual flowers of both sexes in the same cluster. The fruits are in large grapelike clusters and mature a brilliant scarlet.
2. Tree Size
Large (>15 m)
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Large (>15 m) (1)
Unknown (0)
3. Full Distribution
- Palawan Island and the Philippines
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Occurs in coastal forests, rainforests, and limestone hills
5. Altitude (in meters)
- 10-100 m
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors, Small Urban Green Spaces, Coastal Fronts
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Blue-green Corridors (1)
Small Urban Green Spaces (1)
Coastal Fronts (1)
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Near Threatened
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Least Concern (0)
Near Threatened (1)
Vulnerable (0)
Endangered (0)
Critically Endangered (0)
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Not Evaluated
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
Yes
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10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Fast
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- It grows at a rate of 12-36 in. per year. [1]
11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
No
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- It has fibrous roots. Its root damage potential is low. Its surface roots typically do not cause any problems. [1]
12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
Yes
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- Its fruits are ovoid, about 3.5 cm long (1.4 in), borne in large bunches, green, turning brilliant, glossy red when ripe. Fruits may produce red stains when ripe. [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun, Partial shade
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
Medium
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- Somewhat tolerant of urban pollution
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
Medium
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
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- Prefers a slightly alkaline pH [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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- Widely planted throughout the landscape.
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
Yes
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- Naturally occurs along the coast. [1]
21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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No (0)
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22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
No
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- Tolerates short-term but not long-term drought. [1]
24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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- Tolerates high winds. [1]
25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
Yes
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- Prone to mealy bugs and lethal yellowing disease. [1]
27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
No
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- Asian glossy starling flocks have been seen nesting within [1]
29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- Betel nuts of Adonidia Merillii are sometimes used as a substitute for Areca Catechu fruits in traditional rituals or as a masticatory for chewing. The seed casings make beads for necklaces. [1]
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- Betel nuts of Adonidia Merillii are sometimes used as a substitute for Areca Catechu fruits in traditional rituals or as a masticatory for chewing. The seed casings make beads for necklaces. [2]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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