Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
drymophloeoides
ID:
407968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 346 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407300

Common Names

  • Drymophloeoides Phoenix Palm
  • Drymophloeoides Palm
  • Drymophloeoides Brassiophoenix

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Description

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides (also called Drymophloeoides Brassiophoenix, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It has leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in tropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedling is a small, green, pointed plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is drought tolerant once established and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides?

Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides

What type of plant is Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Brassiophoenix drymophloeoides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Brassiophoenix genus

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

Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664920-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.