Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cearensis
ID:
563882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Noblick

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 48: 73 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563214

Common Names

  • Cearensis Syagrus
  • Cearensis Palm
  • Cearensis Queen Palm

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Description

Syagrus cearensis (also called Cearense palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is an evergreen palm with a single trunk, growing to 15 m tall. It has pinnate leaves with spiny margins and yellow flowers in spring. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and is found in moist and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Syagrus cearensis is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, rounded form and is covered with small, yellow flowers in spring. The leaves are evergreen and can be used as a hedge or screen. The berries are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syagrus cearensis has small yellow flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syagrus cearensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Syagrus cearensis

Syagrus cearensis is native to northeastern Brazil.

Syagrus cearensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syagrus cearensis?

Syagrus cearensis

What is the common name of Syagrus cearensis?

Ceara Royal Palm

What is the natural habitat of Syagrus cearensis?

It is native to Brazil.

Species in the Syagrus genus

Syagrus amara, Syagrus botryophora, Syagrus campos-portoana, Syagrus campylospatha, Syagrus cardenasii, Syagrus cocoides, Syagrus comosa, Syagrus coronata, Syagrus costae, Syagrus duartei, Syagrus flexuosa, Syagrus glaucescens, Syagrus glazioviana, Syagrus graminifolia, Syagrus harleyi, Syagrus hoehnei, Syagrus inajai, Syagrus insignis, Syagrus lilliputiana, Syagrus loefgrenii, Syagrus macrocarpa, Syagrus matafome, Syagrus mendanhensis, Syagrus microphylla, Syagrus oleracea, Syagrus orinocensis, Syagrus petraea, Syagrus picrophylla, Syagrus pleioclada, Syagrus pseudococos, Syagrus romanzoffiana, Syagrus ruschiana, Syagrus sancona, Syagrus schizophylla, Syagrus smithii, Syagrus stenopetala, Syagrus stratincola, Syagrus teixeirana, Syagrus tostana, Syagrus vagans, Syagrus weddelliana, Syagrus werdermannii, Syagrus yungasensis, Syagrus cearensis, Syagrus vermicularis, Syagrus campestris, Syagrus evansiana, Syagrus gouveiana, Syagrus cerqueirana, Syagrus caerulescens,

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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