Cecropia palmata
Snakewoodtree, Trumpet Tree
Also known as: Ambaiba palmata (Willd.) Kuntze +1 more
- Ambaiba palmata (Willd.) Kuntze
- Cecropia bureauiana Aladar Richt.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Urticaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Cecropia palmata (commonly known as Snakewoodtree or Trumpet tree) is a tree within the Urticaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil North, Brazil Northeast, Brazil West-Central, French Guiana, Peru, Surinam, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Marianas