Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 784 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340558
Common Names
- Flagellifolius Araeococcus
- Flagellifolius Orchid
- Araeococcus flagellifolius
Description
Araeococcus flagellifolius (also called Flagellifolius Araeococcus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a short stem and its leaves are lanceolate and arranged in a spiral. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Araeococcus flagellifolius is a species of plant native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also known to have medicinal properties, as it is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Araeococcus flagellifolius has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Araeococcus flagellifolius is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to a larger pot when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Araeococcus flagellifolius
Araeococcus flagellifolius is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Araeococcus flagellifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Araeococcus flagellifolius?
Araeococcus flagellifolius
What is the common name of Araeococcus flagellifolius?
Flagellifolius Araeococcus
What is the natural habitat of Araeococcus flagellifolius?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Araeococcus genus
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17392-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].