Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
kunorum
ID:
789416

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Nevers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 48: 338 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788749

Common Names

  • Kunorum Calyptrogyne
  • Ghiesbreghtii Calyptrogyne
  • Ghiesbreghtiana Calyptrogyne

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Description

Calyptrogyne kunorum (also called C. kunorum, among many other common names) is a palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It has a single, yellow-green flower with a yellow centre, and is native to Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is often found in tropical forests, grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrogyne kunorum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements. The plant is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptrogyne kunorum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrogyne kunorum is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Calyptrogyne kunorum

Calyptrogyne kunorum is native to Central America, including Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Calyptrogyne kunorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrogyne kunorum?

Calyptrogyne kunorum

What is the family of Calyptrogyne kunorum?

Arecaceae

What is the native range of Calyptrogyne kunorum?

Costa Rica and Panama

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-32736: Based on the initial data import
Gregory Clark de Nevers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Nevers' in the authors string.