Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carana
ID:
238738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wallace

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Palm Trees Amazon : 53 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238070

Common Names

  • Mauritia Carana
  • Carana Palm
  • Carana Mauritia

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Description

Mauritia carana (also called Carana Mauritia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is an evergreen palm, growing to a height of 10 m. It is native to tropical regions of South America, but is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It prefers moist soils and is found in grasslands, disturbed sites, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Mauritia carana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mauritia carana has small, white flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mauritia carana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Mauritia carana

Mauritia carana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mauritia carana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mauritia carana?

Mauritia carana

What is the common name of Mauritia carana?

Carana palm

What is the natural habitat of Mauritia carana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Mauritia 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,

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