Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
690981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pintaud & Hodel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Principes 42: 162 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690314

Common Names

  • Burretiokentia grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Palm
  • Kentia Palm

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Description

Burretiokentia grandiflora (also called Grand-Flowered Burretiokentia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 meters tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Burretiokentia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. The wood is used to make furniture and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burretiokentia grandiflora has white flowers, small seeds and seedlings with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burretiokentia grandiflora can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some wind.

Where to Find Burretiokentia grandiflora

Burretiokentia grandiflora can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Burretiokentia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burretiokentia grandiflora?

Burretiokentia grandiflora

What is the common name of Burretiokentia grandiflora?

Grandiflora Palm

What is the natural habitat of Burretiokentia grandiflora?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Donald R. Hodel (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hodel' in the authors string.
Jean-Christophe Pintaud (d.2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pintaud' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1003328-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.