Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campestris
ID:
307141

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 146 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306473

Common Names

  • Campestris Bactris
  • Campestris Palm
  • Campestris Cabbage Palm

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Description

Bactris campestris (also called Campestris 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 campestris is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of fuel, and for weaving baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bactris campestris has small yellow flowers that are clustered in umbels. The flowers are followed by small, round, green fruits that turn black when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris campestris can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in winter. Fertilize once a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bactris campestris

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

Bactris campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris campestris?

Bactris campestris

What is the common name of Bactris campestris?

Palm Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bactris campestris?

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,

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