Aiphanes cogollo - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Bernal, Borchs., Hoyos-Gómez, H.F.Manrique & Sanín
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 411: 281 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020378
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Aiphanes cogollo (also called Cogollo 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 light-green coloration.
Uses & Benefits
Aiphanes cogollo 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 cogollo 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 cogollo is a small, solitary palm that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. Propagation is best done by seed, which can be collected from the ripe fruit. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into larger containers and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Aiphanes cogollo
Aiphanes cogollo is found in Central and South America.
Aiphanes cogollo FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aiphanes cogollo?
Aiphanes cogollo
What is the family of Aiphanes cogollo?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Aiphanes cogollo?
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,