Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
mexicana
ID:
383651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) J.-F.Leroy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 23: 127 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382983



Common Names

  • Oreomunnea mexicana
  • Mexican Oreomunnea
  • Mexican Mountain Palm


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Synonyms

  • Engelhardia mexicana Standl. [unknown]
  • Oreomunnea mexicana mexicana [unknown]

Description

Oreomunnea mexicana (also called Mexican Oreomunnea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in wet forests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Oreomunnea mexicana is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreomunnea mexicana is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreomunnea mexicana is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can reach up to 25 m in height and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Oreomunnea mexicana

Oreomunnea mexicana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oreomunnea mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreomunnea mexicana?

Oreomunnea mexicana

What is the common name of Oreomunnea mexicana?

Mexican Oil Palm

What is the natural habitat of Oreomunnea mexicana?

It is native to Central America and northern South America

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2386371: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.