Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.-Domínguez, Nic.-Mor., D.W.Stev. & Lorea-Hern.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 156: 13. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021673
Common Names
- Ceratozamia Leptoceras
- Leptoceras Zamia
- Leptoceras Cycad
Description
Ceratozamia leptoceras (also called Leptoceras Ceratozamia, among many other common names) is a perennial palm that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical rainforests. The leaves are pinnate and have a smooth margin. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small, round, and brown.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratozamia leptoceras is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye and for its fragrant wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ceratozamia leptoceras are small, yellow-green and appear in clusters. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and needle-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratozamia leptoceras is a perennial palm that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. They can be divided in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ceratozamia leptoceras
Ceratozamia leptoceras is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical forests.
Ceratozamia leptoceras FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratozamia leptoceras?
Ceratozamia leptoceras
What is the family of Ceratozamia leptoceras?
Zamiaceae
What is the habitat of Ceratozamia leptoceras?
Subtropical and tropical forests
Species in the Ceratozamia genus
Ceratozamia vovidesii,
Ceratozamia chimalapensis,
Ceratozamia decumbens,
Ceratozamia alvarezii,
Ceratozamia becerrae,
Ceratozamia brevifrons,
Ceratozamia euryphyllidia,
Ceratozamia hildae,
Ceratozamia huastecorum,
Ceratozamia kuesteriana,
Ceratozamia latifolia,
Ceratozamia matudae,
Ceratozamia mexicana,
Ceratozamia miqueliana,
Ceratozamia mirandae,
Ceratozamia mixeorum,
Ceratozamia morettii,
Ceratozamia norstogii,
Ceratozamia robusta,
Ceratozamia sabatoi,
Ceratozamia whitelockiana,
Ceratozamia zaragozae,
Ceratozamia zoquorum,
Ceratozamia hondurensis,
Ceratozamia santillanii,
Ceratozamia delucana,
Ceratozamia subroseophylla,
Ceratozamia fuscoviridis,
Ceratozamia tenuis,
Ceratozamia totonacorum,
Ceratozamia chamberlainii,
Ceratozamia aurantiaca,
Ceratozamia leptoceras,
Ceratozamia oliversacksii,
Ceratozamia sancheziae,
Ceratozamia schiblii,
Ceratozamia osbornei,
Ceratozamia reesii,
Species in the Zamiaceae family
Bowenia serrulata,
Bowenia spectabilis,
Ceratozamia vovidesii,
Ceratozamia chimalapensis,
Ceratozamia decumbens,
Ceratozamia alvarezii,
Ceratozamia becerrae,
Ceratozamia brevifrons,
Ceratozamia euryphyllidia,
Ceratozamia hildae,
Ceratozamia huastecorum,
Ceratozamia kuesteriana,
Ceratozamia latifolia,
Ceratozamia matudae,
Ceratozamia mexicana,
Ceratozamia miqueliana,
Ceratozamia mirandae,
Ceratozamia mixeorum,
Ceratozamia morettii,
Ceratozamia norstogii,
Ceratozamia robusta,
Ceratozamia sabatoi,
Ceratozamia whitelockiana,
Ceratozamia zaragozae,
Ceratozamia zoquorum,
Ceratozamia hondurensis,
Ceratozamia santillanii,
Ceratozamia delucana,
Ceratozamia subroseophylla,
Ceratozamia fuscoviridis,
Ceratozamia tenuis,
Ceratozamia totonacorum,
Ceratozamia chamberlainii,
Ceratozamia aurantiaca,
Ceratozamia leptoceras,
Ceratozamia oliversacksii,
Ceratozamia sancheziae,
Ceratozamia schiblii,
Ceratozamia osbornei,
Ceratozamia reesii,
Dioon angustifolium,
Dioon argenteum,
Dioon califanoi,
Dioon caputoi,
Dioon edule,
Dioon holmgrenii,
Dioon mejiae,
Dioon merolae,
Dioon purpusii,
Dioon rzedowskii,