Status:
valid
Authors:
H.E.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 8: 191 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295819
Common Names
- Attalea allenii
- Allenii Attalea
- Allen's Attalea
Description
Attalea allenii (also called 'Allen's Attalea', among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is a small palm tree, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in drier habitats such as savannas and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Attalea allenii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Attalea allenii are small, yellow and have a red-brown center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Attalea allenii is a small, shrubby palm native to the Caribbean. It grows to a height of about 5 feet and prefers a warm, humid climate and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by division or air layering.
Where to Find Attalea allenii
Attalea allenii is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Attalea allenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Attalea allenii?
Attalea allenii
What is the common name of Attalea allenii?
Allen's Attalea
What is the natural habitat of Attalea allenii?
It is found in tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Attalea genus
Attalea allenii,
Attalea amygdalina,
Attalea attaleoides,
Attalea barreirensis,
Attalea butyracea,
Attalea cephalotus,
Attalea cohune,
Attalea colenda,
Attalea compta,
Attalea crassispatha,
Attalea cuatrecasasiana,
Attalea dahlgreniana,
Attalea dubia,
Attalea eichleri,
Attalea exigua,
Attalea funifera,
Attalea humilis,
Attalea iguadummat,
Attalea insignis,
Attalea luetzelburgii,
Attalea maripa,
Attalea microcarpa,
Attalea nucifera,
Attalea oleifera,
Attalea phalerata,
Attalea piassabossu,
Attalea pindobassu,
Attalea racemosa,
Attalea salvadorensis,
Attalea septuagenata,
Attalea speciosa,
Attalea spectabilis,
Attalea tessmannii,
Attalea voeksii,
Attalea camopiensis,
Attalea degranvillei,
Attalea guianensis,
Attalea minarum,
Attalea plowmanii,
Attalea teixeirana,
Attalea sagotii,
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,