Beccariophoenix

1 species Arecaceae

Morphological Summary

Genus of Malagasy palms closely related to coconuts (Cocos). Their large pinnate leaves with stiff leaflets display natural windows or perforations in some specimens (hence the name "window palm" for B. madagascariensis). The genus is named after the distinguished Italian botanist and palm specialist Odoardo Beccari (1843–1920).

Distribution Madagascar

Conservation Endangered; massive deforestation in Madagascar

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Beccariophoenix alfredii

Manjaza Palm / Alfred Beccariophoenix

Specimen ID RN-BCCP-00001

Origin Madagascar (meseta central)

Type Palms