Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
307762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Puff, R.Buchner & Greimler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Blumea 43: 315 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307094

Common Names

  • Schradera elmeri
  • Elmer's Schradera
  • Schrader's Shrub

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Synonyms

  • Lucinaea involucrata Elmer [valid]

Description

Schradera elmeri (also called Elmer's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the Caribbean. It is a small palm tree, growing up to 8 m tall, with a slender trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Schradera elmeri is used for making baskets, furniture, and other products. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schradera elmeri has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schradera elmeri is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Schradera elmeri

Schradera elmeri is native to the Caribbean region of Central America.

Schradera elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schradera elmeri?

Schradera elmeri

What type of plant is Schradera elmeri?

Palm

Where is Schradera elmeri native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Schradera genus

Schradera acuminata, Schradera acutifolia, Schradera andina, Schradera bipedunculata, Schradera brasiliensis, Schradera brevipes, Schradera cacuminis, Schradera campii, Schradera clusiifolia, Schradera costaricensis, Schradera cuatrecasasii, Schradera cubensis, Schradera elmeri, Schradera exotica, Schradera glabriflora, Schradera grandiflora, Schradera hilliifolia, Schradera involucrata, Schradera korthalsiana, Schradera ledermannii, Schradera lehmannii, Schradera luxurians, Schradera maguirei, Schradera marahuacensis, Schradera marginalis, Schradera membranacea, Schradera monantha, Schradera monocephala, Schradera montana, Schradera neeoides, Schradera negrensis, Schradera nervulosa, Schradera nilssonii, Schradera novoguineensis, Schradera pentacme, Schradera polycephala, Schradera polysperma, Schradera pseudonervulosa, Schradera puberula, Schradera pulverulenta, Schradera ramiflora, Schradera revoluta, Schradera rotundata, Schradera schlechteri, Schradera stellata, Schradera suaveolens, Schradera subandina, Schradera subsessilis, Schradera surinamensis, Schradera ternata,

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-188393: Based on the initial data import
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.
Ralf Buchner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Buchner' in the authors string.
J. Greimler: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greimler' in the authors string.