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Desmoncus costaricensis

Botanic Family

Arecaceae

Author

(Kuntze) Burret

Common Names

• Tsua-krá (Brunka)
• Shir (Térraba)

Geographical Habitats

• N. & NE. Costa Rica

Natural Habitats

• Coastal thickets

Flowering Times

Fruiting Times

Large vine, stems armed with black spines. Pinnate leaves with spines at end of rachis. Panicles of fruit

Dangerous to eyes

Used for basketry,nets, shrimp traps, fruit edible

Further References

• The Plant List 2
• Kew
• Standley