Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
calcicola
ID:
1539176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marcusso & Lombardi

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 472: 202 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020868


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Description

Acanthostachys calcicola (also called Calcium-loving Acanthostachys, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to South America. It is found in humid forests and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthostachys calcicola is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a source of oil for cooking and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthostachys calcicola has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthostachys calcicola is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Acanthostachys calcicola

Acanthostachys calcicola can be found in the Caribbean region of Central and South America.

Acanthostachys calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthostachys calcicola?

Acanthostachys calcicola

What is the natural habitat of Acanthostachys calcicola?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

What are the uses of Acanthostachys calcicola?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77214607-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].