Attalea racemosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce
Source:
wcs
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 11: 166 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296517
Common Names
- Attalea racemosa
- Racemose Attalea
- Racemose Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Attalea racemosa (also called Racemosa Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to South America, specifically Peru. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Attalea racemosa is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Attalea racemosa is yellow and has a cup-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Attalea racemosa is a small, perennial palm that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Attalea racemosa
Attalea racemosa can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Attalea racemosa FAQ
What is the common name of Attalea racemosa?
Palm of Guadalupe
What is the natural habitat of Attalea racemosa?
Tropical dry forests
What is the average height of Attalea racemosa?
Up to 10 meters
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-17831: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.