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Carpentaria acuminata
Carpentaria Palm
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| Species Name | Carpentaria acuminata |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Carpentaria Palm |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Carpentaria |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Solitary feather-leafed palm up to 20 m tall, c. 20 cm in diameter. Slender grey-green crownshaft. The pinnate leaves arch strongly, 3-3.6 m long, with a short petiole. The inflorescence originates beneath the crownshaft and bears white flowers; 90-120 cm long. Fruits globose in large bunches, brightly red when ripe, c. 1.3 cm across. The species is monotypic, i.e., the genus only contains this species.
2. Tree Size
Large (>15 m)
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3. Full Distribution
- Endemic to Northern Territory, Australia
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Along rivers and streams of rainforests
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Up to 200 m
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors, Small Urban Green Spaces
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
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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 reaches maturity within 5-6 years at 10 m tall. [1]
11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
No
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- It has fibrous roots
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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?
No
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- Its fruits are ovoid, about 1.5-2 cm long, occurring in large berry-like bunches, ripening from red to black. [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
Yes
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- The exocarp of its fruit contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause irritation [1]
15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
Low
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
Low
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
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- Can tolerate slightly acidic or alkaline soils [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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- Occurs in monsoon or vine forests, in flat lowland areas near lakes or watercourses, and at the heads of saltwater estuaries. [1]
20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
No
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- This palm has low salt tolerance. [1]
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
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22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
Yes
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- Needs frequent watering. [1]
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
No
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- It has low drought tolerance. [1]
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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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 thrip attacks. [1]
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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)?
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29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
No
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Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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