Bactris polystachya - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wendl. ex Grayum
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 84: 308 (1998 publ. 1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309096
Common Names
- Bactris polystachya
- Polystachya Palm
- Polystachya-Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bactris polystachya (also called ‘Pupunha’, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, where it is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats. It is a medium-sized palm, growing to a height of 10–20 m (33–66 ft) tall.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris polystachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its edible fruit, which is high in vitamins and minerals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bactris polystachya has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bactris polystachya is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Bactris polystachya
Bactris polystachya can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Bactris polystachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris polystachya?
Bactris polystachya
What is the common name of Bactris polystachya?
Polystachya
What is the natural habitat of Bactris polystachya?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
Michael Howard Grayum (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grayum' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318344-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.