Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
campestris
ID:
329327

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burmeist.) Drude & Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 283 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328659

Common Names

  • Trithrinax campestris
  • Field Trithrinax
  • Field Trithrinax

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Description

Trithrinax campestris (also called Field Thrinax, among many other common names) is a small palm native to South America. It has a single trunk and grows to a height of around 5 m. It is found in dry savannas and grasslands in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Trithrinax campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trithrinax campestris is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trithrinax campestris is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. It is also salt tolerant and can be used in coastal gardens.

Where to Find Trithrinax campestris

Trithrinax campestris is native to South America, primarily in Argentina and Uruguay. It is typically found in dry grasslands and savannas.

Trithrinax campestris FAQ

What is the common name of Trithrinax campestris?

Field Needle Palm

What is the natural habitat of Trithrinax campestris?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

What is the average height of Trithrinax campestris?

2-4 m

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-209205: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Carl Georg Oscar Drude (1852-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drude' in the authors string.