Palms   Gaussia attenuata

Common Names: Llume Palm, Aereas (local name) Distribution & Habitat: Open forest on limestone soils in Puerto Rico. Description: A tall (to about 20m) solitary, pinnate palm with a very swollen base, and a rather scrappy crown of leaves. Culture: Sunny, moist, but well drained position. Likes regular dressings of lime.

Figure 1. G. attenuata in Collores, Puerto Rico.

Figure 2. G. attenuata .

Contributed by:

Carlos Ramos (Figures 1&2)

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