Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
abbreviata
ID:
297122

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 11: 329 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296454



Common Names

  • Rhomboda abbreviata
  • Abbreviata Palm
  • Abbreviata Fan Palm


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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus abbreviatus (Lindl.) Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Odontochilus abbreviatus (Lindl.) Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Zeuxine abbreviata Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Hetaeria abbreviata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Hetaeria abbreviata Lindl. [invalid]
  • Etaeria abbreviata Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Rhomboda abbreviata (also called 'Short-Leaved Palm', among many other common names) is a single-stemmed, clustering palm species native to South America. It has a slender trunk with a diameter of up to 10 cm and a height of up to 4 m. It is found in the Amazon basin in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, growing in lowland rainforest and wet savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhomboda abbreviata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhomboda abbreviata has small, white flowers that are densely clustered in inflorescences. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhomboda abbreviata is a palm native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Rhomboda abbreviata

Rhomboda abbreviata is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Rhomboda abbreviata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhomboda abbreviata?

Rhomboda abbreviata

What is the common name of Rhomboda abbreviata?

Short-leaved Palm

What is the natural habitat of Rhomboda abbreviata?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178242: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.