Bactris acanthocarpoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barb.Rodr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Enum. Palm. Nov. : 31 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306025
Common Names
- Peach Palm
- Acrocomia aculeata
- Bactris acanthocarpoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris acanthocarpoides (also called Prickly Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in lowland rainforests and montane forests. It has a shrub-like growth habit, and its leaves are glossy and dark green. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris acanthocarpoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bactris acanthocarpoides are small, yellow-green and clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Bactris acanthocarpoides is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by stem cuttings in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 4-6 inches long. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and keep it moist until the roots form.
Where to Find Bactris acanthocarpoides
Bactris acanthocarpoides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Bactris acanthocarpoides FAQ
How much light does Bactris acanthocarpoides need?
Bactris acanthocarpoides prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Bactris acanthocarpoides?
Water Bactris acanthocarpoides when the top inch of soil is dry.
What type of soil is best for Bactris acanthocarpoides?
Bactris acanthocarpoides prefers a well-draining potting mix.
Species in the Bactris genus
Bactris acanthocarpa, Bactris acanthocarpoides, Bactris ana-juliae, Bactris aubletiana, Bactris bahiensis, Bactris balanophora, Bactris barronis, Bactris bidentula, Bactris bifida, Bactris brongniartii, Bactris campestris, Bactris caryotifolia, Bactris caudata, Bactris charnleyae, Bactris chaveziae, Bactris coloniata, Bactris coloradonis, Bactris concinna, Bactris constanciae, Bactris corossilla, Bactris cubensis, Bactris cuspidata, Bactris dianeura, Bactris elegans, Bactris faucium, Bactris ferruginea, Bactris fissifrons, Bactris gasipaes, Bactris gastoniana, Bactris glandulosa, Bactris glassmanii, Bactris glaucescens, Bactris gracilior, Bactris grayumii, Bactris guineensis, Bactris halmoorei, Bactris hatschbachii, Bactris herrerana, Bactris hirta, Bactris horridispatha, Bactris jamaicana, Bactris killipii, Bactris kunorum, Bactris longiseta, Bactris macroacantha, Bactris major, Bactris maraja, Bactris martiana, Bactris mexicana, Bactris militaris,
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-18736: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.