Phytelephas tumacana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tumacana
ID:
273919
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.F.Cook
Source:
wcs
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 224 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273251
Common Names
- Elephant's Ear Palm
- Ivory Palm
- Tagua Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phytelephas tumacana (also called Ivory-nut Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is a monoecious palm, with male and female flowers on the same plant. It is native to the tropical forests of South America. It grows in humid, lowland forests and in disturbed sites, from sea level to 1,500 m in elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Phytelephas tumacana is used in the production of jewelry, ornaments, and handicrafts. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating wounds, skin infections, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phytelephas tumacana is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phytelephas tumacana is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes in the spring.
Where to Find Phytelephas tumacana
Phytelephas tumacana is native to South America.
Phytelephas tumacana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phytelephas tumacana?
Phytelephas tumacana
What type of plant is Phytelephas tumacana?
Phytelephas tumacana is a species of palm tree.
Where is Phytelephas tumacana found?
Phytelephas tumacana is found in northern South America.
Species in the Phytelephas 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-155988: Based on the initial data import
Orator Fuller Cook (1867-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.F.Cook' in the authors string.