Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
pseudorigida
ID:
902170

Status:
valid

Authors:
León

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Cub. Hist. Nat. ''Felipe Poey'' 13: 145 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901505

Common Names

  • Thatch Palm
  • Silver Thatch Palm
  • Old Man Palm

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Description

Coccothrinax pseudorigida (also called False Silver Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in sandy soils, and is often found in coastal areas. It has thin, upright stems and narrow, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax pseudorigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coccothrinax pseudorigida is a small, inconspicuous, greenish-white flower head. The seed of this plant is a small, dark brown to black, hard seed. The seedlings are slender and grass-like with multiple, branching stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax pseudorigida is a palm native to the Caribbean. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Coccothrinax pseudorigida

Coccothrinax pseudorigida can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Coccothrinax pseudorigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax pseudorigida?

Coccothrinax pseudorigida

What type of plant is Coccothrinax pseudorigida?

Palm tree

Where is Coccothrinax pseudorigida native to?

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-44450: Based on the initial data import
Frère León (1871-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'León' in the authors string.