Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
totai
ID:
509765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Amér. Mér. 7(3): 78 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509097



Common Names

  • Acrocomia Totai
  • Totai Acrocomia
  • Acrocomia Totai Plant


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Description

Acrocomia totai (also called Totai Palm, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Acrocomia totai is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acrocomia totai is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acrocomia totai can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Acrocomia totai

Acrocomia totai is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Acrocomia totai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acrocomia totai?

Acrocomia totai

What is the common name of Acrocomia totai?

Totai Acrocomia

What is the natural habitat of Acrocomia totai?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

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