Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colenda
ID:
296654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.F.Cook) Balslev & A.J.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 1 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295986

Common Names

  • Attalea colenda
  • Colenda Palm
  • Colenda Attalea

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Description

Attalea colenda (also called Colenda Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It is a solitary palm, with a single trunk that can grow up to 10 m tall and 20 cm in diameter. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is commonly found in rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Attalea colenda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and indoors. It is also used to reduce indoor air pollution and improve the air quality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Attalea colenda is a small, yellow flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Attalea colenda is a tropical, evergreen, palm tree native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings. Place the seeds or cuttings in a pot filled with moist soil and keep it in a warm, humid environment until it takes root.

Where to Find Attalea colenda

Attalea colenda is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.

Attalea colenda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Attalea colenda?

Attalea colenda

What is the common name of Attalea colenda?

Colenda Palm

What is the ideal temperature range for Attalea colenda?

65-85°F

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-17778: Based on the initial data import
Orator Fuller Cook (1867-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.F.Cook' in the authors string.
Henrik Balslev (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balslev' in the authors string.
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.