Wettinia microcarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Burret) R.Bernal
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 17: 368 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334305
Common Names
- Microcarpa Wettinia
- Microcarpa Myrtle
- Small-fruited Wettinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wettinia microcarpa (also called Dwarf Wettin's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small palm, growing up to 4 m tall, with a trunk up to 2 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Wettinia microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Wettinia microcarpa are white or yellowish-white, and have 6 petals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wettinia microcarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Wettinia microcarpa
Wettinia microcarpa can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Wettinia microcarpa FAQ
What is the common name of Wettinia microcarpa?
Microcarp Wettinia
What is the growth habit of Wettinia microcarpa?
It is an evergreen tree with a dense, upright habit.
What is the hardiness zone of Wettinia microcarpa?
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Species in the Wettinia genus
Wettinia aequalis, Wettinia aequatorialis, Wettinia anomala, Wettinia augusta, Wettinia castanea, Wettinia disticha, Wettinia drudei, Wettinia fascicularis, Wettinia hirsuta, Wettinia kalbreyeri, Wettinia lanata, Wettinia longipetala, Wettinia maynensis, Wettinia microcarpa, Wettinia minima, Wettinia oxycarpa, Wettinia panamensis, Wettinia praemorsa, Wettinia quinaria, Wettinia radiata, Wettinia verruculosa, Wettinia donosoensis,
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-214644: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Bernal (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bernal' in the authors string.