Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
307526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 101 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306858

Common Names

  • Bactris cuspidata
  • Cuspidata Bactris
  • Cuspidata Palm

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Synonyms

  • Amylocarpus floccosus Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Bactris mitis mitis [unknown]

Description

Bactris cuspidata (also called Cuspidata Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical South America and is found in rainforests and other moist habitats. It has a slender trunk and long, feather-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris cuspidata has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food source, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris cuspidata is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Bactris cuspidata

Bactris cuspidata can be found in Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.

Bactris cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris cuspidata?

Bactris cuspidata

What is the common name of Bactris cuspidata?

Cuspidate Palm

What is the natural habitat of Bactris cuspidata?

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,