Eugeissona triste - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triste
ID:
1318853
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5: 101 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331307
Common Names
- Eugeissona
- Triste
- Eugeissona triste
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugeissona triste (also called False Coconut, among many other common names) is a palm native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnate, with a single row of leaflets. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Eugeissona triste is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eugeissona triste is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugeissona triste is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Eugeissona triste
Eugeissona triste is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, including Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Eugeissona triste FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eugeissona triste?
Eugeissona triste
What is the common name of Eugeissona triste?
Triste Palm
Where is Eugeissona triste native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Eugeissona genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:666869-1: Based on the initial data import