Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ekmanii
ID:
901646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , ser. 3, 6(7): 11 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900981

Common Names

  • Ekman's Thatch Palm
  • Ekman's Silver Thatch Palm
  • Coccothrinax Ekmanii

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Description

Coccothrinax ekmanii (also called Ekman's Thatch Palm, among many other common names) is a small, solitary palm with a slender trunk and a rounded crown of silvery-green leaves. It is native to Cuba and is found in dry forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax ekmanii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Coccothrinax ekmanii 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 ekmanii is a perennial palm native to the Caribbean. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Coccothrinax ekmanii

Coccothrinax ekmanii is native to Cuba.

Coccothrinax ekmanii FAQ

What is the common name of Coccothrinax ekmanii?

Silver palm

What is the natural habitat of Coccothrinax ekmanii?

Dry forests and coastal areas

What is the optimal temperature for Coccothrinax ekmanii?

Between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit

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-44405: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.