Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 233 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217607
Common Names
- Iriartella stenocarpa
- Narrow-Fruited Palm
- Narrow-Fruited Palm
Description
Iriartella stenocarpa (also called 'Stenocarpa 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 stenocarpa 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 stenocarpa has yellowish-green flowers, with its seeds being small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iriartella stenocarpa 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 6 m (20 ft) with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm (4 in).
Where to Find Iriartella stenocarpa
Iriartella stenocarpa is found in tropical forests in Central and South America.
Iriartella stenocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iriartella stenocarpa?
Iriartella stenocarpa
What are the common names of Iriartella stenocarpa?
Stenocarpa Palm
What is the natural habitat of Iriartella stenocarpa?
Iriartella stenocarpa is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.
Species in the Iriartella genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,