Bactris setulosa

Bactris setulosa, described in 1857 by H.Karst., is a spiny palm species native to the Neotropical region. It is distributed across several countries including Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname. The species is notable for being among the largest in the genus Bactris and is adapted to high elevation habitats. Its range includes protected areas such as the Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the Santuario de Flora y Fauna Guanentá Alto Río Fonce. It is part of the palm family Arecaceae and is found in various departments in Colombia, including Antioquia, Arauca, Boyacá, and others.