Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptospatha
ID:
808654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burret) Noblick

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 50: 169 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807988

Common Names

  • Butia Leptospatha
  • Leptospatha Butia
  • Butia Slender

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Description

Butia leptospatha (also called Leptospatha Butia, among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows to a height of 5-10 m. It has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Butia leptospatha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Butia leptospatha has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Butia leptospatha is a tropical palm native to South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Butia leptospatha

Butia leptospatha is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.

Butia leptospatha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Butia leptospatha?

Butia leptospatha

What is the common name of Butia leptospatha?

Leptospatha Butia

What is the natural habitat of Butia leptospatha?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346227: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
Larry Ronald Noblick (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noblick' in the authors string.