Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
torrida
ID:
808885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morici & Verdecia

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 190 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808219

Common Names

  • Thatch Palm
  • Silver Thatch Palm
  • Silver Buttonwood

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Description

Coccothrinax torrida (also called Silver Thatch Palm, among many other common names) is an evergreen palm with a solitary trunk and a spreading crown. It is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Jamaica and south to Venezuela. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun to part shade.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax torrida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in perfumery and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccothrinax torrida has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax torrida is a perennial evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Coccothrinax torrida

Coccothrinax torrida can be found in Central and South America.

Coccothrinax torrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax torrida?

Coccothrinax torrida

What is the common name of Coccothrinax torrida?

Torrid Coccothrinax

What is the natural habitat of Coccothrinax torrida?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

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-346455: Based on the initial data import
Carlo Morici (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morici' in the authors string.
Raúl Verdecia Pérez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdecia' in the authors string.