Status:
valid
Authors:
L.H.Bailey
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 3: 106 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306694
Common Names
- Coloniata Bactris
- Bactris coloniata
- Coloniata Palm
Description
Bactris coloniata (also called Colon 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 coloniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bactris coloniata has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bactris coloniata is a tropical plant that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Bactris coloniata
Bactris coloniata is native to Central and South America.
Bactris coloniata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris coloniata?
Bactris coloniata
What is the common name of Bactris coloniata?
Colon Palm
What is the natural habitat of Bactris coloniata?
Tropical rainforests
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,