Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorbilis
ID:
942726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 261 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000942064

Common Names

  • Sorbilis palm
  • Sorbilis rattan
  • Sorbilis climbing palm

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Description

Alibertia sorbilis (also called Sorbil Alder, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall, with leaves up to 5 cm long. It is found in tropical rainforests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Alibertia sorbilis is used for medicinal purposes and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alibertia sorbilis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alibertia sorbilis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 15 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Alibertia sorbilis

Alibertia sorbilis is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-6049: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.