Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 652 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592293
Common Names
- Cecropia palmata
- Cecropia-palmada
- Cecropia-palmata
Synonyms
- Ambaiba palmata (Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Cecropia bureauiana Aladar Richt. [unknown]
Description
Cecropia palmata (also called Palm Cecropia, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing tree, reaching heights of up to 50 feet. It is often found in tropical rainforests, and is known for its large, palm-like leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Cecropia palmata is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cecropia palmata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cecropia palmata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in the understory of the forest. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Cecropia palmata
Cecropia palmata is native to the Amazon rainforest.
Cecropia palmata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cecropia palmata?
Cecropia palmata
What is the common name of Cecropia palmata?
Palm-like cecropia
What is the natural habitat of Cecropia palmata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Cecropia genus
Cecropia albicans,
Cecropia andina,
Cecropia angulata,
Cecropia angustifolia,
Cecropia annulata,
Cecropia bullata,
Cecropia candida,
Cecropia chlorostachya,
Cecropia concolor,
Cecropia david-smithii,
Cecropia dealbata,
Cecropia distachya,
Cecropia elongata,
Cecropia engleriana,
Cecropia ficifolia,
Cecropia gabrielis,
Cecropia garciae,
Cecropia glaziovii,
Cecropia goudotiana,
Cecropia granvilleana,
Cecropia herthae,
Cecropia heterochroma,
Cecropia hispidissima,
Cecropia hololeuca,
Cecropia idroboi,
Cecropia insignis,
Cecropia kavanayensis,
Cecropia latiloba,
Cecropia litoralis,
Cecropia longipes,
Cecropia marginalis,
Cecropia maxima,
Cecropia megastachya,
Cecropia membranacea,
Cecropia metensis,
Cecropia montana,
Cecropia multisecta,
Cecropia mutisiana,
Cecropia obtusa,
Cecropia obtusifolia,
Cecropia pachystachya,
Cecropia palmata,
Cecropia pastasana,
Cecropia peltata,
Cecropia pittieri,
Cecropia plicata,
Cecropia polystachya,
Cecropia purpurascens,
Cecropia putumayonis,
Cecropia radlkoferana,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,