Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fallax
ID:
297198

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 114: 413 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296530



Common Names

  • Rhynchogyna fallax
  • Fallax Rhynchogyna
  • Fallax Palm


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Synonyms

  • Sarcanthus fallax Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma fallax (Guillaumin) Garay [unknown]

Description

Rhynchogyna fallax (also called Fallax Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to South America, specifically Peru. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchogyna fallax is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchogyna fallax is yellow and has a cup-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchogyna fallax is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is best grown in full sun. It requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Rhynchogyna fallax

Rhynchogyna fallax can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchogyna fallax FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchogyna fallax?

Fallax Rhynchogyna

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchogyna fallax?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Rhynchogyna fallax?

Up to 8 meters

Species in the Rhynchogyna genus

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-178325: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.