Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pityrophyllum
ID:
836127

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) Mart. ex H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Palmiers : 239 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835462

Common Names

  • Ceroxylon Pityrophyllum
  • Pityrophyllum Ceroxylon
  • Ceroxylon Pityrophylla

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Description

Ceroxylon parvifrons (also called Parvifrons Wax Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Caribbean. It has a tall, slender trunk and small, fan-shaped leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is found in the islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Uses & Benefits

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum has a white flower with a yellow center and a pinkish-purple lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are green and have a rosette pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum is a terrestrial or lithophytic palm native to Colombia. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers warm temperatures and bright light. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ceroxylon pityrophyllum

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical montane forests.

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceroxylon pityrophyllum?

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum

What type of plant is Ceroxylon pityrophyllum?

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum is a palm tree.

What is the natural habitat of Ceroxylon pityrophyllum?

Ceroxylon pityrophyllum is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.

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-37269: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.