Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maraja
ID:
308886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 93 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308218

Common Names

  • Palm Bactris
  • Palm Bactris
  • Palm Bactris

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Synonyms

  • Bactris trichospatha trichospatha [unknown]

Description

Bactris maraja (also called Maraja palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has small, white flowers and fan-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris maraja is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, skin ailments, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bactris maraja var. chaetospatha (Mart.) A.J.Hend.
Bactris maraja var. juruensis (Trail) A.J.Hend.
Bactris maraja var. maraja
Bactris maraja var. trichospatha (Trail) A.J.Hend.
Bactris maraja sub. maraja

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bactris maraja is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, hard nut. The seedlings are small and delicate, with two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris maraja is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Bactris maraja

Bactris maraja can be found in tropical South America, particularly in the Amazon Rainforest.

Bactris maraja FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris maraja?

Bactris maraja

What is the common name of Bactris maraja?

Maraja Palm

What is the natural habitat of Bactris maraja?

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,