Calyptronoma rivalis

Common names

Calyptronoma, Coquito, Manaca, Palma Manaca.

Curiosities

Origin

Puerto Rico.

Habitat

Damp areas, near streams.

Morphology

A single trunk up to 4.5 m tall and 15-30 cm in diameter. Twelve to 14 leaves, evenly distributed in one rank. Fruits ovoid, reddish-brown, almost black.

Climate

Tropical, subtropical.

Germination

Growing

Needs shade and plenty of water when young. Prefers limestone soils. A fast grower.