Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvulus
ID:
942640

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.H.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 75: 115 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941978

Common Names

  • Small palm
  • Small rattan
  • Small climbing palm

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Description

Desmoncus parvulus (also called Cebollin, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to Central and South America. It has a slender stem, and its leaves are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in a feather-like pattern. It is found in tropical rainforests and wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Desmoncus parvulus is used to make rope and baskets, and its leaves are used as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmoncus parvulus has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmoncus parvulus is a climbing palm native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the root ball. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division of the root ball should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Desmoncus parvulus

Desmoncus parvulus is native to Central and South America.

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-60409: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
Liberty Hyde Bailey (1858-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Bailey' in the authors string.