Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
abyssinicum
ID:
294888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Seem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 177 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294220

Common Names

  • Astropanax abyssinicum
  • Abyssinicum Astropanax
  • Abyssinicum Astropanax Tree

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Synonyms

  • Aralia abyssinica Hochst. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Schefflera abyssinica (Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Harms [unknown]
  • Schefflera acutifoliolata De Wild. [unknown]
  • Sciodaphyllum abyssinicum Steud. [unknown]
  • Paratropia elata K.Koch ex Hook.f. [deprecated]
  • Heptapleurum abyssinicum (Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Vatke [unknown]
  • Sciodaphyllum abyssinicum (Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Miq. [unknown]

Description

Astropanax abyssinicum (also called Abyssinian astropanax, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing palm with a single trunk that can reach up to 20 m in height. Its leaves are fan-shaped and can reach up to 3 m in length. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astropanax abyssinicum is used for making baskets, mats, and hats. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astropanax abyssinicum is a yellow-green, solitary, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green and covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Astropanax abyssinicum: This plant is easily propagated from seed and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Astropanax abyssinicum

Astropanax abyssinicum is native to Ethiopia and Somalia.

Astropanax abyssinicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astropanax abyssinicum?

Astropanax abyssinicum

What are the common names of Astropanax abyssinicum?

Abyssinian Astropanax

Where is Astropanax abyssinicum found?

It is found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89896-1: Based on the initial data import