Calyptronoma plumeriana explained

Calyptronoma plumeriana is a pinnately compound leaved palm species which is native to Cuba and Hispaniola (both Haiti and the Dominican Republic).[1]

Description

C. plumeriana stems grow singly and reach heights of 4–10 m, with stems 10–20 cm in diameter.[1] It grows in wet areas near the banks of streams at elevations above 450 m above sea level; below 450 meters on Hispaniola, it is replaced by the related Calyptronoma rivalis.[1]

Use

The petals of the staminate flowers are sometimes collected and eaten.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Henderson, Andrew . Andrew Henderson (botanist) . Gloria Galeano . Gloria Galeano . Rodrigo Bernal . Rodrigo Bernal . Field Guide to the Palms of the Americas . 1995 . Princeton University Press . Princeton, New Jersey. 0-691-08537-4 .