Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
shaferi
ID:
922343

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dahlgren & Glassman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Principes 3: 88 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921678

Common Names

  • Copernicia shaferi
  • Shaferi Wax Palm
  • Shaferi Copernicia

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Description

Copernicia shaferi (also called 'Shafer's Copernicia', among many other common names) is a large palm tree native to South America. It has large, green leaves and grows in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Copernicia shaferi is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copernicia shaferi has yellow flowers with five petals. The fruits contain a single seed. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copernicia shaferi is a perennial palm that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Copernicia shaferi

Copernicia shaferi is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-46728: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Frederick Glassman (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glassman' in the authors string.
Bror Eric Dahlgren (1877-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dahlgren' in the authors string.