Bactris coloradonis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.H.Bailey
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 3: 104 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306705
Common Names
- Colorado Bactris
- Bactris coloradonis
- Colorado Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris coloradonis (also called Colorado 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 coloradonis 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 coloradonis has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris coloradonis 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 coloradonis
Bactris coloradonis is native to Central and South America.
Bactris coloradonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris coloradonis?
Bactris coloradonis
What is the common name of Bactris coloradonis?
Colorado Palm
What is the natural habitat of Bactris coloradonis?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18799: Based on the initial data import
Liberty Hyde Bailey (1858-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Bailey' in the authors string.