Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amomi
ID:
300006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wernham

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 57: 277 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299338

Common Names

  • Amomum Sabicea
  • Amomum Cabbage Palm
  • Amomum Sabal

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Description

Sabicea amomi (also called 'Amomum Sabicea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sabicea amomi has been used for making furniture, paper, and rope. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabicea amomi has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabicea amomi is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered area, as it is susceptible to cold temperatures. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Sabicea amomi

Sabicea amomi can be found in Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala.

Sabicea amomi FAQ

What is the common name of Sabicea amomi?

Amomi Sabicea

What is the natural habitat of Sabicea amomi?

It is native to tropical rainforests in South America

What is the size of Sabicea amomi?

It can reach up to 10 meters in height

Species in the Sabicea genus

Sabicea acuminata, Sabicea amazonensis, Sabicea amomi, Sabicea angustifolia, Sabicea arborea, Sabicea aristeguietae, Sabicea aspera, Sabicea asperula, Sabicea bariensis, Sabicea batesii, Sabicea bequaertii, Sabicea bigerrica, Sabicea boliviensis, Sabicea brachiata, Sabicea brachycalyx, Sabicea bracteolata, Sabicea brasiliensis, Sabicea brevipes, Sabicea burchellii, Sabicea calophylla, Sabicea calycina, Sabicea cameroonensis, Sabicea caminata, Sabicea camporum, Sabicea cana, Sabicea capitellata, Sabicea carbunica, Sabicea cauliflora, Sabicea cinerea, Sabicea composita, Sabicea congensis, Sabicea cordata, Sabicea cruciata, Sabicea cuneata, Sabicea dewevrei, Sabicea dewildemaniana, Sabicea dinklagei, Sabicea discolor, Sabicea diversifolia, Sabicea dubia, Sabicea duparquetiana, Sabicea entebbensis, Sabicea erecta, Sabicea exellii, Sabicea ferruginea, Sabicea flagenioides, Sabicea floribunda, Sabicea fulva, Sabicea fulvovenosa, Sabicea gabonica,

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,

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