Calyptrogyne coloradensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coloradensis
ID:
792732
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 78 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792065
Common Names
- Calyptrogyne Coloradensis
- Coloradensis Calyptrogyne
- Coloradensis Caly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrogyne coloradensis (also called Colorado Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrogyne coloradensis 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 coloradensis 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrogyne coloradensis 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 coloradensis
Calyptrogyne coloradensis is native to Central and South America.
Calyptrogyne coloradensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrogyne coloradensis?
Calyptrogyne coloradensis
What is the common name of Calyptrogyne coloradensis?
Colorado Palm
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrogyne coloradensis?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330638: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.