Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ana-juliae
ID:
306803

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cascante

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Palms 44: 146 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306135

Common Names

  • Ana-Juliae Palm
  • Ana-Juliae Bactris
  • Ana-Juliae Palm Tree

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Description

Bactris ana-juliae (also called Ana-Julia Palm, among many other common names) is a palm that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it is found in humid and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris ana-juliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bactris ana-juliae is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris ana-juliae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a potting mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Bactris ana-juliae

Bactris ana-juliae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bactris ana-juliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris ana-juliae?

Bactris ana-juliae

What type of plant is Bactris ana-juliae?

Palm

Where is Bactris ana-juliae native to?

South America

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-18746: Based on the initial data import
Alfredo Cascante: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cascante' in the authors string.