Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
manriquei
ID:
1304031

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Bernal & Galeano

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 58: 38 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316485

Common Names

  • Bactris manriquei
  • Manriquei Bactris
  • Manriquei Palm

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Description

Bactris manriquei (also called Manrique's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Colombia. It is a small, solitary palm with a single stem and a crown of large, pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forests, often in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris manriquei is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for making furniture, construction, and handicrafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bactris manriquei are small and white, with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Where to Find Bactris manriquei

Bactris manriquei is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Bactris manriquei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris manriquei?

Bactris manriquei

What is the common name of Bactris manriquei?

Manrique's Palm

Where is Bactris manriquei native to?

Colombia

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

Rodrigo Bernal (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bernal' in the authors string.
Gloria Galeano Garcés (1958-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeano' in the authors string.