Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dulcis
ID:
391312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 3: 244 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390644

Common Names

  • Brahea dulcis
  • Dulcis Hesper Palm
  • Dulcis Hesper Palm Tree

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Description

Brahea dulcis (also called Mexican blue palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm tree native to Mexico. It has a short, tuberous, underground stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and glabrous. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brahea dulcis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brahea dulcis is small and yellow in color. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brahea dulcis is a species of palm native to Mexico and Central America. It is a perennial plant with an underground root system. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Brahea dulcis

Brahea dulcis is native to Mexico and Central America.

Brahea dulcis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brahea dulcis?

Brahea dulcis

What is the common name of Brahea dulcis?

Guadalupe palm

What is the natural habitat of Brahea dulcis?

It is native to the island of Guadalupe off the coast of Mexico

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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