Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setosa
ID:
309953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 94 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309285

Common Names

  • Setosa Palm
  • Bactris Setosa
  • Bristle Palm

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Synonyms

  • Bactris lindmaniana Drude [deprecated]

Description

Bactris setosa (also called Palma de Tucum, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 6 m tall. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry forests to wetter habitats such as swamps and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris setosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bactris setosa has small yellowish-green flowers with yellowish-brown fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris setosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bactris setosa

Bactris setosa can be found in the tropical rainforest of South America.

Bactris setosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris setosa?

Bactris setosa

What type of plant is Bactris setosa?

Palm

What is the natural habitat of Bactris setosa?

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,

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