Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brongniartii
ID:
307122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Amér. Mér. 7(3): 59 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306454

Common Names

  • Brongniart's Bactris
  • Brongniart's Palm
  • Brongniart's Cabbage Palm

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Description

Bactris brongniartii (also called Brongniart's Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm tree with glossy, three- to seven-lobed leaves. Native to tropical regions of the Americas, it is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris brongniartii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is a fast-growing evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bactris brongniartii are small, yellow-green, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris brongniartii is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the Philippines. It is a fast-growing, upright shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are divided into leaflets. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Bactris brongniartii

Bactris brongniartii is native to the Amazon basin in South America.

Bactris brongniartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris brongniartii?

Bactris brongniartii

What is the common name of Bactris brongniartii?

Palm Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bactris brongniartii?

It is native to tropical forests in Central and 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,