Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
boliviensis
ID:
297073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl. & K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 101: 13 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296405

Common Names

  • Rhodospatha boliviensis
  • Boliviensis Rhodospatha
  • Boliviensis Palm

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Description

Rhodospatha boliviensis (also called Bolivian palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is a medium-sized palm tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is also cultivated for its edible fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodospatha boliviensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhodospatha boliviensis are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, hard shell. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodospatha boliviensis is a tropical palm that is native to Bolivia and Peru. It is a slow-growing, solitary palm that can reach heights of up to 25 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the suckers that form around the base of the plant.

Where to Find Rhodospatha boliviensis

Rhodospatha boliviensis is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Bolivia and Peru.

Rhodospatha boliviensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature range for Rhodospatha boliviensis?

Rhodospatha boliviensis prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of soil does Rhodospatha boliviensis prefer?

Rhodospatha boliviensis prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Rhodospatha boliviensis need?

Rhodospatha boliviensis prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Rhodospatha genus

Rhodospatha badilloi, Rhodospatha bolivarana, Rhodospatha boliviensis, Rhodospatha brachypoda, Rhodospatha cardonae, Rhodospatha densinervia, Rhodospatha dissidens, Rhodospatha falconensis, Rhodospatha forgetii, Rhodospatha guasareensis, Rhodospatha kraenzlinii, Rhodospatha latifolia, Rhodospatha moritziana, Rhodospatha oblongata, Rhodospatha pellucida, Rhodospatha perezii, Rhodospatha robusta, Rhodospatha statutii, Rhodospatha steyermarkii, Rhodospatha venosa, Rhodospatha wendlandii, Rhodospatha monsalveae, Rhodospatha mukuntakia, Rhodospatha acosta-solisii, Rhodospatha brent-berlinii, Rhodospatha katipas, Rhodospatha piushaduka, Rhodospatha herrerae, Rhodospatha ovatifolia, Rhodospatha osaensis, Rhodospatha rubropunctata, Rhodospatha guanchensis, Rhodospatha arborescens, Rhodospatha rupicola,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:219636-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.