Syagrus werdermannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 32: 109 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317902
Common Names
- Werdermannii Palm
- Syagrus Palm
- Queen Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syagrus werdermannii (also called Werdermannii 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 werdermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Syagrus werdermannii is a yellowish-white inflorescence with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have a long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syagrus werdermannii can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootball. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the rootball should be done in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Syagrus werdermannii
Syagrus werdermannii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Syagrus werdermannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syagrus werdermannii?
Syagrus werdermannii
What is the natural habitat of Syagrus werdermannii?
Tropical rainforest
What type of soil does Syagrus werdermannii prefer?
Well-drained, moist soil
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-198855: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.