Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argos
ID:
1304025

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Bernal, Borchs. & Hoyos-Gómez

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 298(1): 66 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316479

Common Names

  • Aiphanes argos
  • Argos Palm
  • Razor Palm

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Description

Aiphanes argos (also called Argos Aiphanes, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Colombia. It is a small, solitary palm with a single stem and a crown of large, pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forests, often in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aiphanes argos is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make baskets and hats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aiphanes argos are small and yellow, with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aiphanes argos is a species of palm tree native to Colombia. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into larger pots and grown in full sun. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Aiphanes argos

Aiphanes argos is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Aiphanes argos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aiphanes argos?

Aiphanes argos

What is the common name of Aiphanes argos?

Argos Palm

Where is Aiphanes argos native to?

Colombia

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

Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Bernal (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bernal' in the authors string.
Saúl E. Hoyos-Gómez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoyos-Gómez' in the authors string.