Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.Baker & D.Watling
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 62 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802940
Common Names
- Hydriastele boumae
- Hydriastele boumae
- Hydriastele boumae
Description
Hydriastele boumae (also called Bouma's hydriastele, among many other common names) is a palm, reaching up to 15 m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America, and is found in humid lowland forests and in wetter areas of the savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Hydriastele boumae is an evergreen tree that is often used as a shade tree or as a windbreak. It is also used in landscaping and as a timber tree.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydriastele boumae is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydriastele boumae is a palm that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Hydriastele boumae
Hydriastele boumae is native to New Guinea.
Hydriastele boumae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydriastele boumae?
Hydriastele boumae
What is the family of Hydriastele boumae?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Hydriastele boumae?
Bouma's Hydriastele
Species in the Hydriastele genus
Hydriastele aprica,
Hydriastele beguinii,
Hydriastele costata,
Hydriastele cylindrocarpa,
Hydriastele dransfieldii,
Hydriastele flabellata,
Hydriastele gibbsiana,
Hydriastele hombronii,
Hydriastele kasesa,
Hydriastele kjellbergii,
Hydriastele ledermanniana,
Hydriastele longispatha,
Hydriastele lurida,
Hydriastele macrospadix,
Hydriastele manusii,
Hydriastele microcarpa,
Hydriastele moluccana,
Hydriastele montana,
Hydriastele nannostachys,
Hydriastele oxypetala,
Hydriastele palauensis,
Hydriastele pinangoides,
Hydriastele procera,
Hydriastele ramsayi,
Hydriastele rheophytica,
Hydriastele sarasinorum,
Hydriastele selebica,
Hydriastele variabilis,
Hydriastele vitiensis,
Hydriastele wendlandiana,
Hydriastele boumae,
Hydriastele apetiolata,
Hydriastele biakensis,
Hydriastele calcicola,
Hydriastele divaricata,
Hydriastele lanata,
Hydriastele simbiakii,
Hydriastele splendida,
Hydriastele wosimiensis,
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
D. Watling: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Watling' in the authors string.