Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
standleyanum
ID:
294621

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.H.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 3: 88 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293953

Common Names

  • Standleyanum Palm
  • Tucuma Palm
  • Tucum Palm

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Description

Astrocaryum standleyanum (also called tucumã, among many other common names) is a palm tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is found in lowland and mountain rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Astrocaryum standleyanum is used for its edible fruits and nuts, as well as for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrocaryum standleyanum 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 standleyanum 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 standleyanum is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Astrocaryum standleyanum

Astrocaryum standleyanum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Astrocaryum standleyanum FAQ

What is the common name of Astrocaryum standleyanum?

Standley palm

What is the scientific name of Standley palm?

Astrocaryum standleyanum

What type of tree is Astrocaryum standleyanum?

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-17579: Based on the initial data import
Liberty Hyde Bailey (1858-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Bailey' in the authors string.