Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sagotii
ID:
297228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trail ex Thurn) Wess.Boer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Indig. Palms Surin. : 162 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296560

Common Names

  • Attalea sagotii
  • Sagot's Attalea
  • Sagot's Palm

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Synonyms

  • Orbignya agrestis (Barb.Rodr.) Burret [valid]
  • Orbignya polysticha Burret [valid]
  • Orbignya sabulosa Barb.Rodr. [valid]
  • Orbignya sagotii Trail ex Thurn [valid]
  • Attalea agrestis Barb.Rodr. [valid]
  • Attalea polysticha (Burret) Wess.Boer [valid]
  • Attalea pycnocarpa Wess.Boer [valid]

Description

Attalea sagotii (also called Sagot's 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 sagotii has been used for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It has also been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Attalea sagotii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Attalea sagotii is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is best grown in full sun. It requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Attalea sagotii

Attalea sagotii can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Attalea sagotii FAQ

What is the common name of Attalea sagotii?

Sagot's Palm

What is the natural habitat of Attalea sagotii?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Attalea sagotii?

Up to 10 meters

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-17836: Based on the initial data import
Everard F. im Thurn (1852-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thurn' in the authors string.
James William Helenus Trail (1851-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trail' in the authors string.
Jan Gerard Wessels Boer (1936-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wess.Boer' in the authors string.