Bactris bahiensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Noblick ex A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 79: 32 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306256
Common Names
- Bahia Palm
- Bactris bahiensis
- Bahia Bactris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris bahiensis (also called Bahia Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm tree native to tropical rainforest regions of South-east Asia. It has a slender, upright trunk with glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in moist, shady locations in its native habitat.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris bahiensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bactris bahiensis is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris bahiensis is a tropical palm that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil with regular watering. Propagation is usually done by seed, division, or air layering.
Where to Find Bactris bahiensis
Bactris bahiensis can be found in tropical forests of Brazil.
Bactris bahiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris bahiensis?
Bactris bahiensis
What is the common name of Bactris bahiensis?
Bahia Palm
What is the natural habitat of Bactris bahiensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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-18757: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Larry Ronald Noblick (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noblick' in the authors string.