Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
clarensis
ID:
901490

Status:
valid

Authors:
León

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Cub. Hist. Nat. ''Felipe Poey'' 13: 147 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900825

Common Names

  • Coccothrinax Clarensis
  • Clarens Thatch Palm
  • Silver Thatch Palm

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Description

Coccothrinax clarensis (also called Thatch Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Cuba. It is a perennial palm with a height of up to 10 meters. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax clarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make roofing materials and baskets.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coccothrinax clarensis sub. brevifolia (León) Borhidi & O.Muñiz
Coccothrinax clarensis sub. clarensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Coccothrinax clarensis is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax clarensis is a perennial palm that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11.

Where to Find Coccothrinax clarensis

Coccothrinax clarensis is found in tropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Coccothrinax clarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax clarensis?

Coccothrinax clarensis

What is the common name of Coccothrinax clarensis?

Clarens Coccothrinax

Where is Coccothrinax clarensis found?

Coccothrinax clarensis is found in Cuba.

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-44390: Based on the initial data import
Frère León (1871-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'León' in the authors string.