Attalea crassispatha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , ser. 3, 6(7): 23 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296052
Common Names
- Attalea crassispatha
- Crassispatha Palm
- Crassispatha Tree
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Attalea crassispatha (also called Crassispatha Palm, Crassispatha Palm Tree, and Crassispatha Palm Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a large palm tree that grows up to 30 feet tall in its natural environment.
Uses & Benefits
Attalea crassispatha is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage, and is used to add greenery to indoor spaces. It is also used as a groundcover in outdoor gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Attalea crassispatha is small and white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, while the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Attalea crassispatha can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from a healthy plant and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist and the cutting should be placed in a warm, bright location. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot.
Where to Find Attalea crassispatha
Attalea crassispatha is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Attalea crassispatha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Attalea crassispatha?
Attalea crassispatha
What is the common name of Attalea crassispatha?
Palm
What is the natural habitat of Attalea crassispatha?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Attalea genus
Attalea allenii, Attalea amygdalina, Attalea attaleoides, Attalea barreirensis, Attalea butyracea, Attalea cephalotus, Attalea cohune, Attalea colenda, Attalea compta, Attalea crassispatha, Attalea cuatrecasasiana, Attalea dahlgreniana, Attalea dubia, Attalea eichleri, Attalea exigua, Attalea funifera, Attalea humilis, Attalea iguadummat, Attalea insignis, Attalea luetzelburgii, Attalea maripa, Attalea microcarpa, Attalea nucifera, Attalea oleifera, Attalea phalerata, Attalea piassabossu, Attalea pindobassu, Attalea racemosa, Attalea salvadorensis, Attalea septuagenata, Attalea speciosa, Attalea spectabilis, Attalea tessmannii, Attalea voeksii, Attalea camopiensis, Attalea degranvillei, Attalea guianensis, Attalea minarum, Attalea plowmanii, Attalea teixeirana, Attalea sagotii,
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-17784: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.