Attalea compta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 137 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295997
Common Names
- Attalea compta
- Compta Palm
- Compta Attalea
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- Attalea brasiliensis Glassman [valid]
- Attalea camposportoana Burret [valid]
- Attalea monogyna Glaz. ex Burret [valid]
Description
Attalea compta (also called Compta 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 compta 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 compta 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Attalea compta 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 compta
Attalea compta is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.
Attalea compta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Attalea compta?
Attalea compta
What is the common name of Attalea compta?
Compta Palm
What is the ideal temperature range for Attalea compta?
65-85°F
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17779: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.