Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
austinii
ID:
294749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 17: 322 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294081

Common Names

  • Astrocasia austinii
  • Austinii Astrocasia
  • Austinii Astrocasia Tree

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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus austinii Standl. [unknown]

Description

Astrocasia austinii (also called Austin's astrocasia, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing palm with a single trunk that can reach up to 20 m in height. Its leaves are fan-shaped and can reach up to 3 m in length. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astrocasia austinii is used for making baskets, mats, and hats. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astrocasia austinii is a yellow-green, solitary, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green and covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrocasia austinii is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow-growing and can take up to five years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Astrocasia austinii

Astrocasia austinii is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Astrocasia austinii FAQ

What is the common name of Astrotricha cordata?

Cordate Palm

What is the natural habitat of Astrotricha cordata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the average height of Astrotricha cordata?

Up to 10 meters (33 feet)

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17592: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.