Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
aphanopetala
ID:
358547

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Evans

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Palms 45: 189 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357879

Common Names

  • Colpothrinax aphanopetala
  • Aphanopetala Palm
  • Colpothrinax Palm

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Description

Colpothrinax aphanopetala (also called Colpothrinax, among many other common names) is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in dry forests, grasslands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Colpothrinax aphanopetala is a medicinal plant that is used to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and other ailments. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colpothrinax aphanopetala has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves and are slightly serrated.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colpothrinax aphanopetala is a perennial plant that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Colpothrinax aphanopetala

Colpothrinax aphanopetala can be found in Central America.

Colpothrinax aphanopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colpothrinax aphanopetala?

Colpothrinax aphanopetala

What type of plant is Colpothrinax aphanopetala?

Palm

Where does Colpothrinax aphanopetala originate from?

Central America

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-233659: Based on the initial data import
Randall J. Evans (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Evans' in the authors string.