Socratea exorrhiza - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 8: 103 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311608
Common Names
- Exorrhiza Socratea
- Rootless Socratea
- Socratea Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Socratea exorrhiza (also called Rootless Socratea, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Central and South America. It is a tall, slender palm with green leaves and is found in wet tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Socratea exorrhiza is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Socratea exorrhiza is white with a yellowish-green lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Socratea exorrhiza is a fast-growing, epiphytic palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of light shade and can be grown in containers. It is also drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Socratea exorrhiza
Socratea exorrhiza is native to Central America and can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.
Socratea exorrhiza FAQ
What is the scientific name of Socratea exorrhiza?
Socratea exorrhiza
What are the common names of Socratea exorrhiza?
Rootless Socratea
What is the natural habitat of Socratea exorrhiza?
It is native to tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Socratea genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192767: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.