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Ceroxylon

Ceroxylon

9.9
A tall South American palm tree with a smooth, waxy trunk
  • noun
  • /sɛˈrɒksɪlən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Ceroxylon
  • Colombia’s national tree is a species of Ceroxylon, known for its slender, waxy trunk.

Examples

  • The Ceroxylon palms are the tallest of all palm species, reaching heights over 60 meters.

  • Researchers studied how the Ceroxylon wax palms provide habitat for endangered species.

  • The Ceroxylon trees are a stunning sight in Colombia.

  • Have you ever seen a Ceroxylon in the wild?

  • Colombia’s national tree is a species of Ceroxylon, known for its slender, waxy trunk.

  • Researchers studied how the Ceroxylon wax palms provide habitat for endangered species.

  • The Ceroxylon palms are the tallest of all palm species, reaching heights over 60 meters.

Synonyms

wax palm
vsCeroxylon
7.9

A tall palm tree from South America whose trunk gives wax for candles and polish

is the scientific genus name used in botanical contexts

Compounds

Ceroxylon andicola
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall palm tree from the Andes that makes wax for candles

Surface Forms

Ceroxylon singular
Ceroxyla plural

Etymology

The word Ceroxylon comes from Greek roots kēros 'wax' and xylon 'wood'. So it literally means 'wax wood' and helps you remember these tall palms by their smooth, waxy trunks.