Status:
valid
Authors:
A.F.P.Machado, M.D.M.Vianna & Romaniuc
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 687 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317464
Common Names
- Sorocea longipedicellata
- Long-pedicellata False Palm
- False Palm
Description
Sorocea longipedicellata (also called 'Longipedicellata Sorocea', among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is an evergreen tree with long, thin leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Sorocea longipedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sorocea longipedicellata has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sorocea longipedicellata is a species of palm tree found in Brazil. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed.
Where to Find Sorocea longipedicellata
Sorocea longipedicellata can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Sorocea longipedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sorocea longipedicellata?
Sorocea longipedicellata
What is the family of Sorocea longipedicellata?
Moraceae
Where is Sorocea longipedicellata found?
Brazil
Species in the Sorocea genus
Sorocea bonplandii,
Sorocea trophoides,
Sorocea muriculata,
Sorocea hilarii,
Sorocea sprucei,
Sorocea racemosa,
Sorocea pubivena,
Sorocea ganevii,
Sorocea carautana,
Sorocea subumbellata,
Sorocea briquetii,
Sorocea affinis,
Sorocea sarcocarpa,
Sorocea duckei,
Sorocea guilleminiana,
Sorocea klotzschiana,
Sorocea steinbachii,
Sorocea jaramilloi,
Sorocea ruminata,
Sorocea jureiana,
Sorocea longipedicellata,
Sorocea angustifolia,
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus,
Allaeanthus kurzii,
Allaeanthus luzonicus,
Allaeanthus zeylanicus,
Antiaris toxicaria,
Antiaropsis decipiens,
Antiaropsis uniflora,
Artocarpus albobrunneus,
Artocarpus altilis,
Artocarpus altissimus,
Artocarpus anisophyllus,
Artocarpus annulatus,
Artocarpus avatifolius,
Artocarpus blancoi,
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus,
Artocarpus camansi,
Artocarpus chama,
Artocarpus corneri,
Artocarpus elasticus,
Artocarpus excelsus,
Artocarpus fulvicortex,
Artocarpus glaucus,
Artocarpus gomezianus,
Artocarpus gongshanensis,
Artocarpus heterophyllus,
Artocarpus hirsutus,
Artocarpus hispidus,
Artocarpus horridus,
Artocarpus hypargyreus,
Artocarpus integer,
Artocarpus jarrettiae,
Artocarpus kemando,
Artocarpus lacucha,
Artocarpus lanceifolius,
Artocarpus longifolius,
Artocarpus lowii,
Artocarpus mariannensis,
Artocarpus multifidus,
Artocarpus nanchuanensis,
Artocarpus nigrifolius,
Artocarpus nitidus,
Artocarpus nobilis,
Artocarpus obtusus,
Artocarpus odoratissimus,
Artocarpus palembanicus,
Artocarpus petelotii,
Artocarpus pinnatisectus,
Artocarpus pithecogallus,
Artocarpus primackii,
Artocarpus reticulatus,
References
M.D.M. Vianna Filho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.M.Vianna' in the authors string.