Details of genus: Cocos [1483]
genus_ja: ココヤシ
genus_en: Coconut
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Family: Arecaceae
family_ja: ヤシ
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description_en: Genus of one species of single-stemmed palm from coastal tropical regions worldwide, possibly originating from the W. Pacific. Arching, pinnate leaves are borne in terminal heads. The 3-petalled flowers are produced in panicles from the leaf axils, followed by coconuts encased in thick, fibrous husks. In frost-prone areas, grow young specimens of C. nucifera as short-lived foliage plants in a warm greenhouse or conservatory, or as houseplants. In warmer areas, grow as a specimen or avenue tree.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
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propagation_en: Sow seed at 27-30°C (81-86°F) in spring.
pests_en: Susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs, and red spider mites under glass.
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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56
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| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Arecaceae | ヤシ科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Arecaceae | ヤシ科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Arecaceae | ヤシ科 | Show |