Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
pumila
ID:
902192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & J.A.Hern.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 38: 195 (1993-1994 publ. 1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901527

Common Names

  • Coccothrinax pumila
  • Dwarf Silver Palm
  • Puerto Rican Silver Palm

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Description

Coccothrinax pumila (also called Dwarf Silver Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm native to the Caribbean. It grows in a wide range of habitats, from dry, sandy soils to moist, clay soils.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax pumila is a species of palm tree native to the Caribbean. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make thatched roofs, baskets, and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coccothrinax pumila is a small, inconspicuous, greenish-white flower head. The seed is a small, light brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax pumila 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 pumila

Coccothrinax pumila is native to the dry grasslands of South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia.

Coccothrinax pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax pumila?

Coccothrinax pumila

What type of plant is Coccothrinax pumila?

Palm tree

Where is Coccothrinax pumila 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-44452: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
J.A. Hernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Hern.' in the authors string.