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Aiphanes pilaris

Species of plant in the family Arecaceae

Aiphanes pilaris is a plant in the family Arecaceae, native to Colombia.

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Description

Aiphanes pilaris grows as a palm tree up to 7 metres (20 ft) tall. The inflorescences feature long stalks and bear lilac flowers. The fruits turn brown when ripe.[1]

Distribution and habitat

Aiphanes pilaris is endemic to Colombia, where it is known only from Putumayo Department. Its habitat is in highland Andean forests, at elevations above 1,000 m (3,300 ft).[1]

Conservation

Aiphanes pilaris has been assessed as critically endangered on the IUCN Red List. The species is at risk from the expansion of agriculture for crop and livestock farming. The species is not in present in any protected areas.[1]

References

  1. [1]
    Lopez-Gallego, C.; Morales M, P. (2020). "Aiphanes pilaris". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020: e.T67530070A177762557. Retrieved 4 March 2023.
  2. [2]
    "Aiphanes pilaris". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 4 March 2023.


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