Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
294017

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Kahn & B.Millán

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Franç. Études Andines 21: 467 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293349



Common Names

  • Tucumã-de-ferrugineum
  • Tucumã-de-ferrugineum-do-Pará
  • Tucumã-de-ferrugineum-do-Tocantins


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Description

Astrocaryum ferrugineum (also called Rusty Palm, among many other common names) is a small palm tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It has a slender trunk and a crown of up to 4 meters in diameter. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in riverbanks and floodplains.

Uses & Benefits

Astrocaryum ferrugineum is used for making furniture, baskets, and mats. It is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating wounds and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astrocaryum ferrugineum is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a drupe, which is a fleshy fruit with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single, long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrocaryum ferrugineum is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow-growing and can take up to five years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Astrocaryum ferrugineum

Astrocaryum ferrugineum is found in Central and South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Astrocaryum ferrugineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrocaryum ferrugineum?

Astrocaryum ferrugineum

What is the natural habitat of Astrocaryum ferrugineum?

Tropical rainforest

What is the average height of Astrocaryum ferrugineum?

Up to 8 meters

Species in the Astrocaryum genus

Astrocaryum acaule, Astrocaryum aculeatissimum, Astrocaryum aculeatum, Astrocaryum alatum, Astrocaryum arenarium, Astrocaryum campestre, Astrocaryum carnosum, Astrocaryum chambira, Astrocaryum chonta, Astrocaryum ciliatum, Astrocaryum confertum, Astrocaryum echinatum, Astrocaryum faranae, Astrocaryum farinosum, Astrocaryum ferrugineum, Astrocaryum giganteum, Astrocaryum gratum, Astrocaryum huaimi, Astrocaryum huicungo, Astrocaryum jauari, Astrocaryum javarense, Astrocaryum macrocalyx, Astrocaryum malybo, Astrocaryum mexicanum, Astrocaryum minus, Astrocaryum murumuru, Astrocaryum paramaca, Astrocaryum perangustatum, Astrocaryum rodriguesii, Astrocaryum sciophilum, Astrocaryum scopatum, Astrocaryum sociale, Astrocaryum standleyanum, Astrocaryum triandrum, Astrocaryum tucuma, Astrocaryum ulei, Astrocaryum urostachys, Astrocaryum vulgare, Astrocaryum pax,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17522: Based on the initial data import
Francis Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Kahn' in the authors string.
Betty Millán: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Millán' in the authors string.