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Calyptrogyne ghiesbreghtiana

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Calyptrogyne ghiesbreghtiana (Linden & H.Wendl.) H.Wendl.

Family Name: Arecaceae (Palmae)
Synonyms: Geonoma ghiesbreghtiana Linden & H.Wendl.

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants)
Plant Growth Form Palm
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic

Biogeography

Native Distribution Mexico to Central America
Native Habitat Terrestrial
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Pollination Method(s) Biotic (Fauna) (Vertebrates (Bat))

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Semi-Shade
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate

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Master ID 33245
Species ID 7659
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Species record last updated on: 03 August 2023.
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