Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
palmata
ID:
763694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 291 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763027

Common Names

  • Carludovica Palmata
  • Palmata Carludovica
  • Palmata Palm

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Description

Carludovica palmata (also called Panama Hat Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and yellow flowers with purple spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Carludovica palmata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carludovica palmata is white to yellow with three petals and three sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carludovica palmata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in early spring or by seed. Sow the seeds in a cold frame in the fall or in the spring, and the plants will flower in the second year.

Where to Find Carludovica palmata

Carludovica palmata can be found in Central and South America.

Carludovica palmata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carludovica palmata?

Carludovica palmata

What type of plant is Carludovica palmata?

Perennial herb

Where is Carludovica palmata native to?

Eastern United States

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-301989: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.