Desmoncus chinantlensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Liebm. ex Mart.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 3: 321 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941922
Common Names
- Desmoncus chinantlensis
- Chinantlan Desmoncus
- Chinantlan Desmoncus Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Desmoncus chinantlensis (also called Chinantlensis Desmoncus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has large, leathery leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. The plant prefers high humidity and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Uses & Benefits
Desmoncus chinantlensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmoncus chinantlensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmoncus chinantlensis is a climbing palm that grows up to 10-15 m in height. It is native to the tropical dry forests of Mexico and Central America. It is an easy to grow plant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Desmoncus chinantlensis
Desmoncus chinantlensis can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Desmoncus genus
Desmoncus chinantlensis, Desmoncus cirrhifera, Desmoncus costaricensis, Desmoncus giganteus, Desmoncus horridus, Desmoncus latisectus, Desmoncus leptoclonos, Desmoncus mitis, Desmoncus myriacanthos, Desmoncus orthacanthos, Desmoncus parvulus, Desmoncus polyacanthos, Desmoncus prunifer, Desmoncus pumilus, Desmoncus setosus, Desmoncus stans, Desmoncus vacivus, Desmoncus kunarius, Desmoncus moorei, Desmoncus obovoideus, Desmoncus osensis, Desmoncus interjectus, Desmoncus loretanus, Desmoncus madrensis,
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-60357: Based on the initial data import
Frederik Liebmann (1813-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liebm.' in the authors string.