Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
setigera
ID:
218277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) H.Wendl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 8: 104 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217606

Common Names

  • Iriartella setigera
  • Bristly Palm
  • Bristly Palm

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Description

Iriartella setigera (also called 'Setigera Palm', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Amazon rainforest. It is a tall, slender palm with a single trunk and a crown of feather-like leaves. It can grow up to 20 meters tall and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Iriartella setigera is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Iriartella setigera has yellowish-green flowers, with its seeds being small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iriartella setigera is a tropical palm that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is a slow-growing species and can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft) with a trunk diameter of up to 15 cm (6 in).

Where to Find Iriartella setigera

Iriartella setigera is found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Iriartella setigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iriartella setigera?

Iriartella setigera

What are the common names of Iriartella setigera?

Setigera Palm

What is the natural habitat of Iriartella setigera?

Iriartella setigera is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Species in the Iriartella genus

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-102678: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.