Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 50 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264402
Common Names
- Parajubaea torallyi
- Torallyi Parajubaea
- Torallyi's Parajubaea
Description
Parajubaea torallyi (also called 'Toral Palm', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Bolivia and Peru. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Parajubaea torallyi is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Parajubaea torallyi var. torallyi
Parajubaea torallyi var. microcarpa M.Moraes
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parajubaea torallyi is white or yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parajubaea torallyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Parajubaea torallyi
Parajubaea torallyi is native to Bolivia and can be found in the departments of La Paz, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz.
Parajubaea torallyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parajubaea torallyi?
Parajubaea torallyi
What is the family of Parajubaea torallyi?
Arecaceae
Where is Parajubaea torallyi found?
Peru
Species in the Parajubaea 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,