Attalea voeksii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Noblick ex Glassman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Illinois Biol. Monogr. 59: 191 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296687
Common Names
- Attalea voeksii
- Voeks' Attalea
- Voeks' Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Attalea voeksii (also called Attalea, among many other common names) is a large palm tree native to Central and South America. It has a tall, slender trunk and long, feathery leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Attalea voeksii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Attalea voeksii has yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Attalea voeksii are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Attalea voeksii have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Attalea voeksii is a palm tree native to Central and South America. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can also be taken from the tips of stems and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Attalea voeksii
Attalea voeksii can be found in Central and South America.
Attalea voeksii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Attalea voeksii?
Attalea voeksii
What is the common name of Attalea voeksii?
Voeks' Palm
What is the natural habitat of Attalea voeksii?
Tropical rainforest
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-17849: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Frederick Glassman (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glassman' in the authors string.
Larry Ronald Noblick (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noblick' in the authors string.