Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
baracoensis
ID:
901424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 27: 440 (1981 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900759

Common Names

  • Coccothrinax baracoensis
  • Baracoensis Thatch Palm
  • Silver Thatch Palm

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Description

Coccothrinax baracoensis (also called Baracoa palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Cuba and the Bahamas. It is characterized by its fan-shaped leaves and its tall, slender trunk. It is found in tropical forests, coastal habitats, and other moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax baracoensis is used for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and fuel. Its leaves are also used for thatching and weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccothrinax baracoensis has small, yellow-green flowers with three stamens and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax baracoensis is a slow-growing, fan palm native to Cuba. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root ball. It is a slow-growing palm that can reach heights of up to 25 feet.

Where to Find Coccothrinax baracoensis

Coccothrinax baracoensis is native to Cuba and is found in dry forests and coastal areas.

Coccothrinax baracoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax baracoensis?

Coccothrinax baracoensis

What is the common name of Coccothrinax baracoensis?

Baracoa Thatch Palm

What is the natural habitat of Coccothrinax baracoensis?

Dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas

Species in the Coccothrinax genus

Coccothrinax torrida, Coccothrinax acuminata, Coccothrinax acunana, Coccothrinax alexandri, Coccothrinax alta, Coccothrinax argentata, Coccothrinax argentea, Coccothrinax baracoensis, Coccothrinax barbadensis, Coccothrinax bermudezii, Coccothrinax borhidiana, Coccothrinax boschiana, Coccothrinax camagueyana, Coccothrinax clarensis, Coccothrinax concolor, Coccothrinax crinita, Coccothrinax cupularis, Coccothrinax ekmanii, Coccothrinax elegans, Coccothrinax fagildei, Coccothrinax fragrans, Coccothrinax garciana, Coccothrinax gracilis, Coccothrinax guantanamensis, Coccothrinax gundlachii, Coccothrinax hioramii, Coccothrinax inaguensis, Coccothrinax jamaicensis, Coccothrinax leonis, Coccothrinax litoralis, Coccothrinax macroglossa, Coccothrinax microphylla, Coccothrinax miraguama, Coccothrinax moaensis, Coccothrinax montana, Coccothrinax munizii, Coccothrinax muricata, Coccothrinax nipensis, Coccothrinax orientalis, Coccothrinax pauciramosa, Coccothrinax proctorii, Coccothrinax pseudorigida, Coccothrinax pumila, Coccothrinax readii, Coccothrinax rigida, Coccothrinax salvatoris, Coccothrinax saxicola, Coccothrinax scoparia, Coccothrinax spissa, Coccothrinax trinitensis,

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-44383: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.