Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Pfeiff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 92 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455757
Common Names
- Lagenocarpus clarkei
- Clarke's Lagenocarpus
- Clarke Lagenocarpus
Description
Lagenocarpus clarkei (also called Clarke's Lagenocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lagenocarpus clarkei is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a windbreak and shelterbelt.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lagenocarpus clarkei are white and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagenocarpus clarkei is a small tree native to Central America. It can reach up to 8 m in height and has a dense, rounded crown. Propagation is best done from seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seeds should be covered lightly and watered regularly. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Fertilize regularly and prune to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Lagenocarpus clarkei
Lagenocarpus clarkei is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Lagenocarpus clarkei FAQ
What are the common names of Lagenocarpus clarkei?
Clarke's Lagenocarpus, Clarke Lagenocarpus Palm
What is the natural habitat of Lagenocarpus clarkei?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the growth rate of Lagenocarpus clarkei?
It is a slow-growing species
Species in the Lagenocarpus genus
Lagenocarpus alboniger,
Lagenocarpus bracteosus,
Lagenocarpus celiae,
Lagenocarpus clarkei,
Lagenocarpus compactus,
Lagenocarpus eriopodus,
Lagenocarpus glomerulatus,
Lagenocarpus griseus,
Lagenocarpus guianensis,
Lagenocarpus lanatus,
Lagenocarpus parvulus,
Lagenocarpus pendulus,
Lagenocarpus rigidus,
Lagenocarpus sabanensis,
Lagenocarpus sericeus,
Lagenocarpus velutinus,
Lagenocarpus triquetrus,
Lagenocarpus tristis,
Species in the Cyperaceae family
Abildgaardia mexicana,
Abildgaardia ovata,
Abildgaardia schoenoides,
Abildgaardia triflora,
Abildgaardia oxystachya,
Abildgaardia odontocarpa,
Abildgaardia macrantha,
Abildgaardia fusiformis,
Abildgaardia pachyptera,
Actinoschoenus repens,
Actinoschoenus yunnanensis,
Actinoschoenus aphyllus,
Actinoscirpus grossus,
Afrotrilepis jaegeri,
Afrotrilepis pilosa,
Amphiscirpus nevadensis,
Arthrostylis aphylla,
Arthrostylis planiculmis,
Becquerelia clarkei,
Becquerelia cymosa,
Becquerelia discolor,
Becquerelia merkeliana,
Becquerelia muricata,
Becquerelia tuberculata,
Bisboeckelera irrigua,
Bisboeckelera longifolia,
Bisboeckelera microcephala,
Bisboeckelera vinacea,
Blysmus compressus,
Blysmus mongolicola,
Blysmus rufus,
Blysmus sinocompressus,
Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter,
Bolboschoenus caldwellii,
Bolboschoenus capensis,
Bolboschoenus fluviatilis,
Bolboschoenus glaucus,
Bolboschoenus grandispicus,
Bolboschoenus laticarpus,
Bolboschoenus maritimus,
Bolboschoenus medianus,
Bolboschoenus nobilis,
Bolboschoenus novae-angliae,
Bolboschoenus planiculmis,
Bolboschoenus robustus,
Bolboschoenus schmidii,
Bolboschoenus stagnicola,
Bolboschoenus yagara,
Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii,
Bolboschoenus biconcavus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:134829-2: 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].