Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
korupense
ID:
456155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sunderl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 989 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455487

Common Names

  • Laccosperma Korupense
  • Korup Laccosperma
  • Korup African Palm

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Description

Laccosperma korupense (also called Korup Laccosperma, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree, up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 70 cm. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Laccosperma korupense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laccosperma korupense is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower with a long corolla tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laccosperma korupense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Laccosperma korupense

Laccosperma korupense is native to tropical regions of Africa.

Laccosperma korupense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laccosperma korupense?

Laccosperma korupense

What are the common names of Laccosperma korupense?

Korup Laccosperma

What is the natural habitat of Laccosperma korupense?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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-251503: Based on the initial data import
Terry C.H. Sunderland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunderl.' in the authors string.