Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aculeata
ID:
487407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Lodd. ex R.Keith

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Miller's Dict. Gard. : 63 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486739

Common Names

  • Macaw Palm
  • Macauba Palm
  • Acrocomia Palm

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Synonyms

  • Bactris minor Gaertn. [illegitimate]
  • Acrocomia erioacantha Barb.Rodr. [valid]
  • Acrocomia media O.F.Cook [valid]
  • Acrocomia sclerocarpa Mart. [superfluous]

Description

Acrocomia aculeata (also called Macaw Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to tropical America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acrocomia aculeata is used for its edible fruits, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acrocomia aculeata are small, yellow, and clustered in a dense spike. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrocomia aculeata is a palm tree that is native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Acrocomia aculeata

Acrocomia aculeata is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in dry and wet areas, such as in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Acrocomia aculeata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrocomia aculeata?

Acrocomia aculeata

What is the common name of Acrocomia aculeata?

Spiny Macaw Palm

What is the natural habitat of Acrocomia aculeata?

Dry open areas, grasslands, and scrublands

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2570: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.