Desmoncus giganteus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Palms Amazon : 225 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941931
Common Names
- Desmoncus Giganteus
- Giganteus Desmoncus
- Desmoncus
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Desmoncus giganteus (also called Caujarao-gigante, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a climbing palm with a slender stem and a crown of up to 10 leaves. It is native to the Amazon Basin in South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Desmoncus giganteus is used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. In addition, it is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmoncus giganteus 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 giganteus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer months.
Where to Find Desmoncus giganteus
Desmoncus giganteus 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-60365: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.