Status:
valid
Authors:
(Korth.) Puff, R.Buchner & Greimler
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Blumea 43: 308 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307119
Common Names
- Schradera montana
- Mountain Schradera
- Schrader's Shrub
Synonyms
- Lucinaea montana Korth. [valid]
- Lucinaea rheedei Korth. [valid]
Description
Schradera montana (also called Mountain 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 5 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 montana is used as a source of fuel and for construction materials. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schradera montana is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schradera montana is a tropical palm species native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species, and can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. The seeds should be kept moist until germination, which can take up to two months. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Schradera montana
Schradera montana is native to the Amazon region of South America.
Schradera montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schradera montana?
Schradera montana
What is the natural habitat of Schradera montana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What are the common names of Schradera montana?
Montane shrub
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
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.