Coccothrinax salvatoris facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Coccothrinax salvatoris |
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Coccothrinax
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salvatoris
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The Coccothrinax salvatoris is a special kind of palm tree. It is found only in eastern and east-central Cuba. This means it is endemic to that area, which is like saying it's a native resident and doesn't naturally grow anywhere else in the world!
These palms can grow quite tall, reaching up to about 8 meters (which is about 26 feet). You can usually find them in open, sunny places that are less than 500 meters (about 1,640 feet) above sea level. They especially like to grow in soil that comes from limestone rock.
Meet the Coccothrinax salvatoris Palm
This unique palm tree is part of the Coccothrinax group, which includes many different types of palms found in the Caribbean. The Coccothrinax salvatoris stands out because it only grows in specific parts of Cuba. Imagine a tree that only lives in one country – that's pretty special!
These palms are well-suited to their Cuban home. They thrive in sunny, open areas, often where other plants might struggle. Their ability to grow in limestone-based soils shows how tough and adaptable they are.
Different Kinds of Coccothrinax salvatoris
Just like some animals have different breeds, some plants have different subspecies. These are like slightly different versions of the same plant. For the Coccothrinax salvatoris palm, scientists have found two main subspecies:
- Coccothrinax salvatoris subspecies loricata
- Coccothrinax salvatoris subspecies salvatoris
These subspecies might have small differences in their leaves, flowers, or how they grow. Studying these differences helps scientists understand how plants evolve and adapt to their environments.
See also
In Spanish: Coccothrinax salvatoris para niños
