Bactris charnleyae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Nevers, A.J.Hend. & Grayum
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 49: 176 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306607
Common Names
- Bactris Charnleyae
- Charnley's Palm
- Charnley's Bactris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris charnleyae (also called Charnley's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Philippines and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris charnleyae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bactris charnleyae has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single, central pistil. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bactris charnleyae is best done by division of the rhizome. The rhizome should be divided into sections with at least one growing point and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the plant regularly and provide it with plenty of light and humidity.
Where to Find Bactris charnleyae
Bactris charnleyae can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Bactris charnleyae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris charnleyae?
Bactris charnleyae
What type of plant is Bactris charnleyae?
It is a species of palm in the Arecaceae family.
Where is Bactris charnleyae found?
It is native to 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18790: Based on the initial data import
Michael Howard Grayum (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grayum' in the authors string.
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Gregory Clark de Nevers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Nevers' in the authors string.