Bactris glassmanii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Med.-Costa & Noblick ex A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 79: 78 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307362
Common Names
- Bactris Glassmanii
- Glassman's Palm
- Glassman's Bactris Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris glassmanii (also called Glassman's Bactris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a common species in the understory of tropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris glassmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bactris glassmanii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have linear to oblong leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris glassmanii is a tropical palm native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of existing plants. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Bactris glassmanii
Bactris glassmanii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Bactris glassmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris glassmanii?
Bactris glassmanii
What type of plant is Bactris glassmanii?
Palm
What is the natural habitat of Bactris glassmanii?
Tropical rainforest
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-18865: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Judas Tadeu de Medeiros-Costa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Med.-Costa' in the authors string.
Larry Ronald Noblick (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noblick' in the authors string.