Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
hexandra
ID:
430193

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 308 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429525

Common Names

  • Georgeantha hexandra
  • Hexandra
  • Georgeantha

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Description

Georgeantha hexandra (also called Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm with pinnate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Georgeantha hexandra has been used for its essential oil, which has a sweet, floral scent and is used for aromatherapy. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Georgeantha hexandra are small, white and clustered in umbels. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Georgeantha hexandra are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Georgeantha hexandra is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats from coastal dunes to dry sclerophyll forests. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Georgeantha hexandra

Georgeantha hexandra is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Georgeantha hexandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Georgeantha hexandra?

Georgeantha hexandra

What is the common name of Georgeantha hexandra?

Hexandra georgeantha

What are the uses of Georgeantha hexandra?

It is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Species in the Georgeantha genus

Species in the Ecdeiocoleaceae family

References

Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1001664-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.