Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bifida
ID:
307045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 105 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306377

Common Names

  • Bactris Bifida
  • Palm Tree
  • Pigmy Palm

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Description

Bactris bifida (also called Bifid Bactris, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It has a single stem and a crown of leaves that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is found in tropical lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bactris bifida is a popular houseplant, often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also known to be a good source of shade and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. Additionally, it is known to be an effective air purifier, as it is known to absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bactris bifida has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bactris bifida is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae, native to South America. It is an evergreen palm growing to 4–5 m (13–16 ft) tall, with pinnate leaves 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft) long, each with up to 200 leaflets. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, produced in clusters in the leaf axils. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Bactris bifida

Bactris bifida is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Bactris bifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bactris bifida?

Bactris bifida

What type of plant is Bactris bifida?

Bactris bifida is a palm

Where is Bactris bifida native to?

Bactris bifida is native to Central America

Species in the Bactris genus

Bactris acanthocarpa, Bactris acanthocarpoides, Bactris ana-juliae, Bactris aubletiana, Bactris bahiensis, Bactris balanophora, Bactris barronis, Bactris bidentula, Bactris bifida, Bactris brongniartii, Bactris campestris, Bactris caryotifolia, Bactris caudata, Bactris charnleyae, Bactris chaveziae, Bactris coloniata, Bactris coloradonis, Bactris concinna, Bactris constanciae, Bactris corossilla, Bactris cubensis, Bactris cuspidata, Bactris dianeura, Bactris elegans, Bactris faucium, Bactris ferruginea, Bactris fissifrons, Bactris gasipaes, Bactris gastoniana, Bactris glandulosa, Bactris glassmanii, Bactris glaucescens, Bactris gracilior, Bactris grayumii, Bactris guineensis, Bactris halmoorei, Bactris hatschbachii, Bactris herrerana, Bactris hirta, Bactris horridispatha, Bactris jamaicana, Bactris killipii, Bactris kunorum, Bactris longiseta, Bactris macroacantha, Bactris major, Bactris maraja, Bactris martiana, Bactris mexicana, Bactris militaris,

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,