Bactris bifida

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Figure 1. B. bifida

Distribution & Habitat:

Raiforest from Western South America to northern Brazil.

Description:

A small spiny, understory palm with attractive bifid leaves.

Culture:

Warm, sheltered, and moist.

Contributed by:

Ian Edwards (Figure 1)

External Links:

Kew, PalmWeb, JSTOR, Trebrown

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