Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
309052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Amér. Mér. 7(3): 65 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308384

Common Names

  • Mexican Palm
  • Mexican Bactris Palm
  • Mexican Bactris

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Description

Bactris mexicana (also called Mexican Palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to Mexico. It grows to a height of up to 10 m, with a trunk that is up to 1 m in diameter. The leaves are pinnate, with up to 20 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and tubular, with five lobes. It is found in moist, open forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris mexicana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-tumor properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bactris mexicana var. mexicana
Bactris mexicana var. trichophylla (Burret) A.J.Hend.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bactris mexicana is a small, tubular, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval shaped with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris mexicana is a perennial palm that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the summer or fall. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bactris mexicana

Bactris mexicana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Bactris mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris mexicana?

Bactris mexicana

What is the common name of Bactris mexicana?

Mexican Palm

What is the natural habitat of Bactris mexicana?

Bactris mexicana is found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

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,