Aiphanes bio - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Bernal, Borchs., Hoyos-Gómez, H.F.Manrique & Sanín
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 411: 279 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020377
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aiphanes bio (also called Bio Palm, among many other common names) is a palm species native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It grows in lowland and montane forests, typically at elevations of 0 to 1,500 m. It has an upright habit and pinnate leaves, with a dark-green coloration.
Uses & Benefits
Aiphanes bio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aiphanes bio are small, yellow, and tubular-shaped. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aiphanes bio can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The rhizomes can be divided in spring and replanted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Aiphanes bio
Aiphanes bio is found in Central and South America.
Aiphanes bio FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aiphanes bio?
Aiphanes bio
What is the family of Aiphanes bio?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Aiphanes bio?
Palmilla
Species in the Aiphanes genus
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, Aiphanes cogollo, Aiphanes bio, Aiphanes suaita,
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,