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Coccothrinax ekmanii

Coccothrinax ekmanii

About

Coccothrinax ekmanii, also known in Haitian Creole as gwenn or in Dominican Spanish as palma de guano, is an endangered species of palm which is endemic to the island of Hispaniola.

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Family
Arecaceae

How to use it

Coccothrinax ekmanii can be used ornamentally in landscaping due to its unique appearance and rarity. It plays a vital role in its ecosystem, supporting local wildlife and contributing to the biodiversity of Hispaniola. Protecting this palm is essential for maintaining the health of its native habitat.

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In the kitchen

This palm species is not eaten by humans. While some palms produce edible fruits or heart of palm, Coccothrinax ekmanii is primarily valued for its ornamental beauty and ecological significance rather than culinary use.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Coccothrinax ekmanii
Slug
coccothrinax-ekmanii
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Coccothrinax
Species
ekmanii
Wikidata QID
Q5139217
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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