Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
trichostachys
ID:
789534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 63: 129, 135 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788867

Common Names

  • Calyptrogyne Bushytail
  • Bushytail Calyptrogyne
  • Calyptrogyne Trichostachys

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Description

Calyptrogyne trichostachys (also called Trichostachys Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to Central America and northern South America. It is a medium-sized palm, growing to 10–15 m tall. It has a single trunk, 4–7 cm in diameter, with a greyish-brown bark. It has pinnate leaves, 2–3 m long, with up to 150 leaflets. The flowers are yellowish-green, with a white or yellowish-white inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrogyne trichostachys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its beautiful yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptrogyne trichostachys is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with six petals and a three-lobed stigma. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrogyne trichostachys is an evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring.

Where to Find Calyptrogyne trichostachys

Calyptrogyne trichostachys is native to Central and South America and can be found in parts of Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Calyptrogyne trichostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrogyne trichostachys?

Calyptrogyne trichostachys

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrogyne trichostachys?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What is the flowering season of Calyptrogyne trichostachys?

It flowers from late spring to early summer.

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-32748: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.