Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
scopatum
ID:
294577

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Kahn & B.Millán

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Franç. Études Andines 21: 503 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293909

Common Names

  • Scopatum Palm
  • Tucuma Palm
  • Tucum Palm

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Description

Astrocaryum scopatum (also called 'Broom Palm', among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to tropical South America. It has a single trunk, up to 10 m tall, with a diameter of up to 20 cm. Its leaves are pinnate, up to 2 m long, with leaflets up to 40 cm long. It is found in wet lowland forests, as well as in seasonally flooded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astrocaryum scopatum is used for timber, fuel, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrocaryum scopatum has small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrocaryum scopatum is a slow-growing palm tree native to Central and South America. It is typically propagated from seed, which should be soaked in water for 24 hours prior to planting. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Astrocaryum scopatum is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Astrocaryum scopatum

Astrocaryum scopatum can be found in the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Astrocaryum scopatum FAQ

What is the common name of Astrocaryum scopatum?

Scopatum palm

What is the scientific name of Scopatum palm?

Astrocaryum scopatum

What type of tree is Astrocaryum scopatum?

Palm tree

Species in the Astrocaryum genus

Astrocaryum acaule, Astrocaryum aculeatissimum, Astrocaryum aculeatum, Astrocaryum alatum, Astrocaryum arenarium, Astrocaryum campestre, Astrocaryum carnosum, Astrocaryum chambira, Astrocaryum chonta, Astrocaryum ciliatum, Astrocaryum confertum, Astrocaryum echinatum, Astrocaryum faranae, Astrocaryum farinosum, Astrocaryum ferrugineum, Astrocaryum giganteum, Astrocaryum gratum, Astrocaryum huaimi, Astrocaryum huicungo, Astrocaryum jauari, Astrocaryum javarense, Astrocaryum macrocalyx, Astrocaryum malybo, Astrocaryum mexicanum, Astrocaryum minus, Astrocaryum murumuru, Astrocaryum paramaca, Astrocaryum perangustatum, Astrocaryum rodriguesii, Astrocaryum sciophilum, Astrocaryum scopatum, Astrocaryum sociale, Astrocaryum standleyanum, Astrocaryum triandrum, Astrocaryum tucuma, Astrocaryum ulei, Astrocaryum urostachys, Astrocaryum vulgare, Astrocaryum pax,

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-17575: Based on the initial data import
Francis Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Kahn' in the authors string.
Betty Millán: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Millán' in the authors string.