Attalea insignis
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Figure 1. A. insignis
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Synonymy:
Maximiliana insignis, Scheelea insignis
Common Names:
Cunambo ruya
Distribution & Habitat:
An understory palm of the western Amazon basin (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil). It prefers low-level poorly drained soils and flood plains.
Description:
A medium sized, solitary palm with a short, subterranean stem. It has erect, plumose leaves, up to 7m long, with persistent leaf bases.
Culture:
Warm, sheltered position. Doesn't mind poor drainage.
File:Attalea insignis02.jpg
Figure 2. A. insignis at Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Contributed by:
Luke Nancarrow (Figure 1)
