Bactris glassmanii
Bactris glassmanii Med.-Costa & Noblick ex A.J.Hend.
Bactris glassmanii is a species of palm in the family Arecaceae, native to the northeastern region of Brazil. It was formally described in 2000 by Med.-Costa and Noblick, with the name later published by A.J.Hend. This palm is part of the genus Bactris, which includes a diverse group of spiny-stemmed palms primarily found in tropical regions of the Americas.
Description
Bactris glassmanii belongs to the Arecaceae family, commonly known as the palm family. It is endemic to the northeastern part of Brazil, a region characterized by its semi-arid climate and unique biodiversity. The species was first described in 2000, with the nomenclatural work attributed to Med.-Costa and Noblick, and later published by A.J.Hend. As a member of the genus Bactris, it shares traits typical of the group, such as spiny stems and clustered growth patterns. The genus Bactris is widely distributed across the Neotropics, with many species adapted to a range of ecological conditions.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Northeast
