"Phenakospermum" is a monotypic genus in the family Strelitziaceae. Only one species is recognized, "Phenakospermum guyannense", native to Suriname, French Guiana and the eastern Amazon River basin. This plant grows to over 10 m in height but can be felled with a single blow with a machete.
Similar species: Gingers, Bananas, Etc.
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Uploaded Mar 30, 2025. Captured Oct 11, 2024 16:31 in Reserva Natural Tanimboca, Km 11+ 650 metros via leticia - Tarapaca, Leticia, Amazonas, Colombia.
