Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
coccineum
ID:
296511

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Epling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 85: 135 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295843



Common Names

  • Rhabdocaulon coccineum
  • Coccineum Rhabdocaulon
  • Rhabdocaulon


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Synonyms

  • Keithia coccinea Benth. [unknown]
  • Hedeoma coccinea Briq. [unknown]

Description

Rhabdocaulon coccineum (also called 'Scarlet Rhabdocaulon', among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to South America. It is a small palm tree, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in drier habitats such as savannas and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhabdocaulon coccineum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhabdocaulon coccineum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhabdocaulon coccineum is a small, shrubby palm native to the Caribbean. It grows to a height of about 5 feet and prefers a warm, humid climate and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by division or air layering.

Where to Find Rhabdocaulon coccineum

Rhabdocaulon coccineum is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Rhabdocaulon coccineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhabdocaulon coccineum?

Rhabdocaulon coccineum

What is the common name of Rhabdocaulon coccineum?

Scarlet Rhabdocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Rhabdocaulon coccineum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177642: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.