Bactris soeiroana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Noblick ex A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 79: 154 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309461
Common Names
- Soeiroana Palm
- Bactris Soeiroana
- Soeiro Palm
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Bactris soeiroana (also called Soeiroana Bactris, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and a rosette of leaves. Its flowers are white or pale pink and its fruits are capsules. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bactris soeiroana is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an antiseptic and as an astringent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bactris soeiroana has a white flower with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round with a black colour. The seedlings are small and have a delicate stem.
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Bactris soeiroana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bactris soeiroana
Bactris soeiroana is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Bactris soeiroana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bactris soeiroana?
Bactris soeiroana
What is the family of Bactris soeiroana?
Arecaceae
Where is Bactris soeiroana native to?
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,
References
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Larry Ronald Noblick (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noblick' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1017219-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.