Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
901765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Read

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Principes 10: 133 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901100

Common Names

  • Jamaican thatch palm
  • Jamaican palm
  • Giant palm

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Description

Coccothrinax jamaicensis (also called Jamaican Thatch Palm, among many other common names) is a fan palm that grows in clumps and has an erect stem. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, sandy areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax jamaicensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccothrinax jamaicensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that appear in clusters. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, glossy surface. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax jamaicensis is a slow-growing, fan palm native to Cuba. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Coccothrinax jamaicensis

Coccothrinax jamaicensis is native to Cuba and can be found in dry, coastal habitats.

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,

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