Bactris kunorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Nevers & Grayum
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 49: 195 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307897
Common Names
- Kunor's Palm
- Kunor's Bactris
- Kunor's Palm-broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris kunorum (also called Kunor's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the tropical forests of South America. It is a medium-sized palm, growing up to 10 m tall, with a slender trunk and a crown of up to 20 leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris kunorum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bactris kunorum is yellow in color and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are about 5 cm tall and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris kunorum is a tropical palm tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Bactris kunorum
Bactris kunorum can be found in the Amazon basin of South America.
Bactris kunorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris kunorum?
Bactris kunorum
What is the common name of Bactris kunorum?
Kunor's Palm
What is the natural habitat of Bactris kunorum?
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-18918: Based on the initial data import
Michael Howard Grayum (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grayum' in the authors string.
Gregory Clark de Nevers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Nevers' in the authors string.