Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chocoensis
ID:
1304030

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Bernal, Galeano, Copete & Cámara-Leret

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 58: 35 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316484

Common Names

  • Bactris chocoensis
  • Choco Bactris
  • Chocoensis Palm

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Description

Bactris chocoensis (also called Choco Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Colombia. It is a small, solitary palm with a single stem and a crown of large, pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forests, often in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris chocoensis is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for making furniture, construction, and handicrafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bactris chocoensis are small and white, with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Where to Find Bactris chocoensis

Bactris chocoensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Bactris chocoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris chocoensis?

Bactris chocoensis

What is the common name of Bactris chocoensis?

Choco Palm

Where is Bactris chocoensis native to?

Colombia

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

R. Cámara-Leret: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cámara-Leret' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Bernal (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bernal' in the authors string.
Gloria Galeano Garcés (1958-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeano' in the authors string.
Juan Carlos Copete: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copete' in the authors string.