Status:
valid
Authors:
Echtern.
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 186: 167 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317190
Common Names
- Pignalii Palm
- Comanthera Palm
- Comanthera Pignalii
Description
Comanthera pignalii (also called Comanthera pignalii, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Comanthera pignalii is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves are used for thatching roofs and for making baskets and mats. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Comanthera pignalii is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have small, round, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Comanthera pignalii is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C (28°F).
Where to Find Comanthera pignalii
Comanthera pignalii is native to South America, where it can be found in humid tropical forests.
Comanthera pignalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comanthera pignalii?
Comanthera pignalii
What is the common name of Comanthera pignalii?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Comanthera pignalii?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Comanthera genus
Comanthera kegeliana,
Comanthera harleyi,
Comanthera euschemus,
Comanthera elegantula,
Comanthera elegans,
Comanthera dealbata,
Comanthera curralensis,
Comanthera brasiliana,
Comanthera bisulcata,
Comanthera bahiensis,
Comanthera aurifibrata,
Comanthera aciphylla,
Comanthera hatschbachii,
Comanthera xeranthemoides,
Comanthera caespitosa,
Comanthera centauroides,
Comanthera reflexa,
Comanthera jenmanii,
Comanthera floccosa,
Comanthera circinnata,
Comanthera cipoensis,
Comanthera giuliettiae,
Comanthera suberosa,
Comanthera ruprechtiana,
Comanthera paepalophylla,
Comanthera nivea,
Comanthera nitida,
Comanthera magnifica,
Comanthera imbricata,
Comanthera mucugensis,
Comanthera lanosa,
Comanthera retroflexa,
Comanthera pignalii,
Comanthera brunnea,
Comanthera dimera,
Comanthera angustifolia,
Comanthera tricostata,
Comanthera borbae,
Species in the Eriocaulaceae family
Comanthera kegeliana,
Comanthera harleyi,
Comanthera euschemus,
Comanthera elegantula,
Comanthera elegans,
Comanthera dealbata,
Comanthera curralensis,
Comanthera brasiliana,
Comanthera bisulcata,
Comanthera bahiensis,
Comanthera aurifibrata,
Comanthera aciphylla,
Comanthera hatschbachii,
Comanthera xeranthemoides,
Comanthera caespitosa,
Comanthera centauroides,
Comanthera reflexa,
Comanthera jenmanii,
Comanthera floccosa,
Comanthera circinnata,
Comanthera cipoensis,
Comanthera giuliettiae,
Comanthera suberosa,
Comanthera ruprechtiana,
Comanthera paepalophylla,
Comanthera nivea,
Comanthera nitida,
Comanthera magnifica,
Comanthera imbricata,
Comanthera mucugensis,
Comanthera lanosa,
Comanthera retroflexa,
Comanthera pignalii,
Comanthera brunnea,
Comanthera dimera,
Comanthera angustifolia,
Comanthera tricostata,
Comanthera borbae,
Eriocaulon abyssinicum,
Eriocaulon achiton,
Eriocaulon acutibracteatum,
Eriocaulon acutifolium,
Eriocaulon adamesii,
Eriocaulon aethiopicum,
Eriocaulon africanum,
Eriocaulon afzelianum,
Eriocaulon albocapitatum,
Eriocaulon alleizettei,
Eriocaulon alpestre,
Eriocaulon alpinum,