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Desmoncus giganteus

Botanic Family

Arecaceae

Author

A. J. Henderson

Common Names

• Yeyerocayme (Huaorani)
• Jacitara

Geographical Habitats

• NW. Brazil
• Colombia
• Ecuador
• Peru

Natural Habitats

• Primary forest
• riverside

Flowering Times

Fruiting Times

Large spiny liane with 20mm long red fruit

Fodder, food, medicinal, social

Further References

• Mobot
• NYBG
• The Plant List 2
• Kew