Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 56: 112 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806428
Common Names
- Rhodospatha brent-berlinii
- Brent-Berlin's Rhodospatha
- Brent-Berlin Rhodospatha
Description
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii (also called 'Brent-Berlin's Rhodospatha', among many other common names) is a species of palm in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica. It is found growing in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhodospatha brent-berlinii is yellow with a red center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and potted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Rhodospatha brent-berlinii
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodospatha brent-berlinii?
Rhodospatha brent-berlinii
What is the family of Rhodospatha brent-berlinii?
Araceae
Where is Rhodospatha brent-berlinii found?
Costa Rica
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,