Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
asperifolia
ID:
294945

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Klatt

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 29: 709 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294277

Common Names

  • Astrotricha asperifolia
  • Asperifolia Astrotricha
  • Asperifolia Astrotricha Tree

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Synonyms

  • Astrotricha ledifolia asperifolia (F.Muell. ex Klatt) Domin [unknown]

Description

Astrotricha asperifolia (also called asperifolia astrotricha, 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

Astrotricha asperifolia 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 Astrotricha asperifolia 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 Astrotricha asperifolia: This plant is easily propagated from seed and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Astrotricha asperifolia

Astrotricha asperifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Astrotricha asperifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrotricha asperifolia?

Astrotricha asperifolia

What are the common names of Astrotricha asperifolia?

Asperifolia Astrotricha

Where is Astrotricha asperifolia 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17612: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.