Trithrinax brasiliensis
Carana Palm, Spiny Fibre Palm
Also known as: Thrinax brasiliensis (Mart.) Mart.
- Thrinax brasiliensis (Mart.) Mart.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Arecaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Trithrinax brasiliensis (commonly known as Carana Palm or Spiny Fibre Palm) is a palm tree within the Arecaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Palm
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil South, Paraguay, Uruguay
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms