Bactris herrerana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cascante
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Palms 44: 148 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307506
Common Names
- Herrera's Palm
- Bactris herrerana
- Herrera Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris herrerana (also called Herre's bactris, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Arecaceae family. It is found in the tropical rainforest of Ecuador and Peru. It is a small shrub with a height of 2-3 m and a diameter of 1-2 m. It is found in wet, lowland areas, usually in the understory of the forest.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris herrerana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bactris herrerana is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and have a white and yellow striped pattern.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris herrerana is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and a dense, bushy growth. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is native to Brazil and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.
Where to Find Bactris herrerana
Bactris herrerana can be found in Central and South America.
Bactris herrerana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris herrerana?
Bactris herrerana
What is the common name of Bactris herrerana?
Herrera's Bactris
What is the natural habitat of Bactris herrerana?
Bactris herrerana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
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-18880: Based on the initial data import
Alfredo Cascante: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cascante' in the authors string.