Dictyocaryum ptarianum
(Steyerm.) H. E. Moore & Steyerm.
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Description
A tropical palm in the Arecaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The palm heart (heart of palm), cabbage, and fruit are all eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Brazil, Colombia, Guyana, Peru, South America, Venezuela,
Other Uses
The leaves are sometimes used for thatching. The wood from the stems is sometimes used in construction.
Synonyms
Dahlgrenia ptariana Steyerm.Dictyocaryum ptariense (Steyerm.) H. E. Moore & Steyerm.
Also Known As
Bombona paso, Pona colorada, Puru-yek
References (3)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 200
- Marcia, M. J., et al, 2011, Palm Uses in Northwestern South America: A Quantitative Review. Bot. Rev. (2011) 77:462-570
- Roa, J. A. G. & Boada, D. S. G., 2018, Fundación para el Fortalecimiento de la Fruticultura y Plantas Alimenticias no Convencionales en Colombia.
