Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
allenii
ID:
296487

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

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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.

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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

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-17762: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.