Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
318544

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 695 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317876

Common Names

  • Syagrus orinocensis
  • Orinocensis Syagrus
  • Syagrus Palm

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Description

Syagrus orinocensis (also called Orinoco Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest ecoregion of southeastern Brazil. It is found in humid forests and along streams, at elevations of up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft) above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Syagrus orinocensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, stomach pains and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syagrus orinocensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syagrus orinocensis is a slow-growing palm that can reach heights of up to 10 m (33 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Syagrus orinocensis

Syagrus orinocensis is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Syagrus orinocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syagrus orinocensis?

Syagrus orinocensis

What is the common name of Syagrus orinocensis?

Orinoco Royal Palm

What is the natural habitat of Syagrus orinocensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198830: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.