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Piassava palm

Attalea funifera

Also known as: Piacava · Piassava Palm · piaçaba · piassava

ArecaceaeGenus: Attalea
🔬 GBIF

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📋 About Piassava palm

Leopoldinia piassaba, the Para piassava, piassava fiber palm or piassava palm, is a palm native to black water rivers in Amazonian Brazil and Venezuela, from which is extracted piassava, a high caliber and water resistant fiber. Piassaba fiber is made into brooms, baskets and other products. This plant is also a natural habitat of the Rhodnius brethesi which is a potential vector of Chagas disease and it is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius.

🏷️ Common Names for Piassava palm

This plant is known by many names around the world. Whether you're searching for "Piacava" or "Piassava Palm", they all refer to the same species.

PiacavaPiassava Palmpiaçabapiassava

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🔬 Plant Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Family

Arecaceae

Genus

Attalea

Species

Attalea funifera

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piassava palm?+
Leopoldinia piassaba, the Para piassava, piassava fiber palm or piassava palm, is a palm native to black water rivers in Amazonian Brazil and Venezuela, from which is extracted piassava, a high caliber and water resistant fiber. Piassaba fiber is made into brooms, baskets and other products. This pl…
What is the scientific name of Piassava palm?+
The accepted scientific name of Piassava palm is Attalea funifera, belonging to the family Arecaceae.
What family does Piassava palm belong to?+
Piassava palm belongs to the Arecaceae family and the genus Attalea. This classification is based on data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
How do I care for Piassava palm?+
Caring for Piassava palm starts with understanding its native environment. Water when the top soil feels dry, provide appropriate light based on its natural habitat, and ensure good drainage. The Greeny Corner app provides personalised watering reminders for Piassava palm.
Is Piassava palm safe for pets?+
Toxicity information for Piassava palm is not fully documented. As a precaution, keep plants out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian if your pet ingests any plant material.
What are other names for Piassava palm?+
Piassava palm is also known as: Piacava, Piassava Palm, piaçaba, piassava.

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