Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stricta
ID:
972982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poit.) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 232 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000972320

Common Names

  • Stricta Geonoma
  • Geonoma Stricta
  • Geonoma Upright

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Description

Geonoma stricta (also called 'Palmilla', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Central and South America. It is a small palm with a single stem and a crown of pinnate leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests and is often found in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Geonoma stricta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Geonoma stricta sub. arundinacea (Mart.) A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. stricta
Geonoma stricta sub. antioquiensis A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. bracteata A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. divaricata A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. pendula A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. pliniana A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. quibdoensis A.J.Hend.
Geonoma stricta sub. submontana A.J.Hend.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, with 3-6 petals. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: green, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geonoma stricta is a species of palm native to the Amazon rainforest. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be propagated from seeds. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is also important to protect it from strong winds and direct sunlight.

Where to Find Geonoma stricta

Geonoma stricta is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Geonoma genus

Geonoma santanderensis, Geonoma hollinensis, Geonoma lanata, Geonoma dindoensis, Geonoma gentryi, Geonoma venosa, Geonoma schizocarpa, Geonoma sanmartinensis, Geonoma operculata, Geonoma occidentalis, Geonoma peruviana, Geonoma galeanoae, Geonoma fosteri, Geonoma deneversii, Geonoma concinnoidea, Geonoma bernalii, Geonoma braunii, Geonoma aspidiifolia, Geonoma baculifera, Geonoma brenesii, Geonoma brongniartii, Geonoma calyptrogynoidea, Geonoma camana, Geonoma chlamydostachys, Geonoma chococola, Geonoma concinna, Geonoma congesta, Geonoma cuneata, Geonoma deversa, Geonoma divisa, Geonoma elegans, Geonoma epetiolata, Geonoma euspatha, Geonoma ferruginea, Geonoma frontinensis, Geonoma hugonis, Geonoma interrupta, Geonoma laxiflora, Geonoma lehmannii, Geonoma leptospadix, Geonoma longepedunculata, Geonoma longivaginata, Geonoma macrostachys, Geonoma maxima, Geonoma monospatha, Geonoma mooreana, Geonoma multisecta, Geonoma oldemanii, Geonoma oligoclona, Geonoma orbignyana,

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,

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