Aiphanes simplex - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 567 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000932514
Common Names
- Aiphanes simplex
- Simplex Palm
- Simplex Spiny Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aiphanes simplex (also called Aiphanes simplex, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, tropical climates and can be found in lowland rainforests, swamps, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aiphanes simplex is used for making dyes, medicines, and other crafts. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aiphanes simplex has small, yellow flowers with a red center and a single seed in each. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aiphanes simplex is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but needs regular watering during dry periods. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Aiphanes simplex
Aiphanes simplex is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in rainforest areas, as well as in gardens and parks.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-5132: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.