Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setiflora
ID:
912543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Razafim., Lantz & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 96: 175 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911878

Common Names

  • Bullockia setiflora
  • Setiflora bullockia
  • Setiflora bullock

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Description

Bullockia setiflora (also called Setiflora Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a slender, single-stemmed palm with a crown of pinnate leaves and yellowish flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bullockia setiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow-green, with awns. Seed: small, dark brown, with awns. Seedlings: small, with awns.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bullockia setiflora is a species of palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bullockia setiflora

Bullockia setiflora is native to the tropical forests of South America and can be found in the Amazon basin.

Bullockia setiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bullockia setiflora?

Bullockia setiflora

What is the common name of Bullockia setiflora?

Setiflora Bullockia

How do you care for Bullockia setiflora?

Bullockia setiflora should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-456759: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.