Desmoncus mitis subsp. mitis
Also known as: Desmoncus setosus var. mitescens Mart. ex Drude
- Desmoncus setosus var. mitescens Mart. ex Drude
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Arecaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.
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Originating in South America, Desmoncus mitis subsp. mitis is a climbing palm belonging to the Arecaceae family. Within its native range, this subspecies is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Desmoncus mitis, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Plant Type
Palm
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
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