Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
902315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 6: 95 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901650

Common Names

  • Coccothrinax scoparia
  • Scoparia Thatch Palm
  • Scoparia Thatch

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Description

Coccothrinax scoparia (also called 'Scoparia Coccothrinax', among many other common names) is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae. It is a small, solitary palm with a slender trunk and pinnate leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, and it is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coccothrinax scoparia has been used for making thatch roofs, baskets, and other crafts. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccothrinax scoparia has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccothrinax scoparia can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud or shoot per section. These sections should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Coccothrinax scoparia

Coccothrinax scoparia is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Coccothrinax scoparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccothrinax scoparia?

Coccothrinax scoparia

What is the common name of Coccothrinax scoparia?

Scoparia palm

What is the natural habitat of Coccothrinax scoparia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Coccothrinax genus

Coccothrinax torrida, Coccothrinax acuminata, Coccothrinax acunana, Coccothrinax alexandri, Coccothrinax alta, Coccothrinax argentata, Coccothrinax argentea, Coccothrinax baracoensis, Coccothrinax barbadensis, Coccothrinax bermudezii, Coccothrinax borhidiana, Coccothrinax boschiana, Coccothrinax camagueyana, Coccothrinax clarensis, Coccothrinax concolor, Coccothrinax crinita, Coccothrinax cupularis, Coccothrinax ekmanii, Coccothrinax elegans, Coccothrinax fagildei, Coccothrinax fragrans, Coccothrinax garciana, Coccothrinax gracilis, Coccothrinax guantanamensis, Coccothrinax gundlachii, Coccothrinax hioramii, Coccothrinax inaguensis, Coccothrinax jamaicensis, Coccothrinax leonis, Coccothrinax litoralis, Coccothrinax macroglossa, Coccothrinax microphylla, Coccothrinax miraguama, Coccothrinax moaensis, Coccothrinax montana, Coccothrinax munizii, Coccothrinax muricata, Coccothrinax nipensis, Coccothrinax orientalis, Coccothrinax pauciramosa, Coccothrinax proctorii, Coccothrinax pseudorigida, Coccothrinax pumila, Coccothrinax readii, Coccothrinax rigida, Coccothrinax salvatoris, Coccothrinax saxicola, Coccothrinax scoparia, Coccothrinax spissa, Coccothrinax trinitensis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44464: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.