Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intumescens
ID:
497970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drude

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(2): 391 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497302

Common Names

  • Acrocomia intumescens
  • Giant Acrocomia
  • Palm

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Description

Acrocomia intumescens (also called Intumescent Palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm tree native to South America. It has a single trunk with a crown of pinnate leaves. The leaves are long and glossy, and the trunk is covered in a thick layer of spines. It grows in moist forests and is often found in open areas, such as roadsides and forest clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Acrocomia intumescens 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 Acrocomia intumescens is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrocomia intumescens is a slow-growing palm that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the suckers. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Acrocomia intumescens

Acrocomia intumescens can be found in South America, in the countries of Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Acrocomia intumescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrocomia intumescens?

Acrocomia intumescens

What is the family of Acrocomia intumescens?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Acrocomia intumescens?

Intumescent Acrocomia

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,

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