Attalea salvadorensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Glassman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Illinois Biol. Monogr. 59: 63 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296571
Common Names
- Attalea salvadorensis
- Salvador's Attalea
- Salvador Attalea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Attalea salvadorensis (also called Salvadorensis, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has a single, unbranched trunk with a terminal crown of leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Attalea salvadorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Attalea salvadorensis has large, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Attalea salvadorensis is a palm tree that is native to Central America. It is a fast-growing species that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 8 weeks.
Where to Find Attalea salvadorensis
Attalea salvadorensis can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Attalea salvadorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Attalea salvadorensis?
Attalea salvadorensis
What is the common name of Attalea salvadorensis?
Salvadoran palm
What is the natural habitat of Attalea salvadorensis?
Tropical rainforests
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-17837: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Frederick Glassman (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glassman' in the authors string.