Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
300013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 194, t. 76. 1775

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299345

Common Names

  • Aspera Sabicea
  • Aspera Cabbage Palm
  • Aspera Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Sabicea aspera latifolia Wernham [valid]
  • Schwenkfelda aspera Willd. [valid]
  • Schwenkfelda villosa Willd. ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Sabicea aspera rotundifolia K.Schum. [invalid]
  • Sabicea aspera genuina K.Schum. [invalid]

Description

Sabicea aspera (also called 'Rough 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 aspera 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 aspera has small, white, fragrant flowers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are light green with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabicea aspera 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 aspera

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

Sabicea aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabicea aspera?

Sabicea aspera

What is the common name of Sabicea aspera?

Aspera Sabicea

What type of plant is Sabicea aspera?

Evergreen shrub

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,