Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 76 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792064
Common Names
- Calyptrogyne Baudensis
- Baudensis Calyptrogyne
- Baudensis Caly
Description
Calyptrogyne baudensis (also called Baud's palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to South America. It has a single trunk and pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in wet and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrogyne baudensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptrogyne baudensis has small, yellow flowers with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calyptrogyne baudensis is a species of palm native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates. Propagation is done by seed or division of the suckers. The plant should be repotted every two to three years in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Calyptrogyne baudensis
Calyptrogyne baudensis is native to Central and South America.
Calyptrogyne baudensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrogyne baudensis?
Calyptrogyne baudensis
What is the common name of Calyptrogyne baudensis?
Bauden's Palm
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrogyne baudensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Calyptrogyne genus
Calyptrogyne allenii,
Calyptrogyne anomala,
Calyptrogyne condensata,
Calyptrogyne costatifrons,
Calyptrogyne ghiesbreghtiana,
Calyptrogyne herrerae,
Calyptrogyne kunorum,
Calyptrogyne pubescens,
Calyptrogyne trichostachys,
Calyptrogyne baudensis,
Calyptrogyne coloradensis,
Calyptrogyne deneversii,
Calyptrogyne fortunensis,
Calyptrogyne osensis,
Calyptrogyne panamensis,
Calyptrogyne sanblasensis,
Calyptrogyne tutensis,
Calyptrogyne brachystachys,
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,