Ceroxylon ravenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Villalba & L.Valenz.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 483: 226 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026033
Common Names
- Ceroxylon ravenii
- Ravenii Ceroxylon
- Ceroxylon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ceroxylon ravenii (also called Ravenii, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen palm native to the highlands of Colombia and Venezuela. It has long, pinnate leaves that are green to yellow in color and grow in a rosette pattern. The plant is found in rocky, dry areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Ceroxylon ravenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceroxylon ravenii has small white flowers that are cup-shaped and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ceroxylon ravenii is a slow-growing, evergreen palm with a dense, rounded crown. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Ceroxylon ravenii
Ceroxylon ravenii is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Cauca.
Ceroxylon ravenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceroxylon ravenii?
Ceroxylon ravenii
What is the common name of Ceroxylon ravenii?
Raven's Wax Palm
What is the natural habitat of Ceroxylon ravenii?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Colombia
Species in the Ceroxylon genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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