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(Leme)
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423976
Common Names
- Canistrum Tenuisepalum
- Tenuisepalum's Canistrum
- Canistrum's Tenuisepalum
Description
Canistrum tenuisepalum (also called Slender-sepaled Canistrum, among many other common names) is a species of bromeliad native to tropical South America. It is an epiphytic herb growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Canistrum tenuisepalum is used for its edible fruits, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Canistrum tenuisepalum is a small, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Canistrum tenuisepalum is a perennial plant that is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the spring.
Where to Find Canistrum tenuisepalum
Canistrum tenuisepalum is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Canistrum tenuisepalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canistrum tenuisepalum?
Canistrum tenuisepalum
What is the common name of Canistrum tenuisepalum?
Tenuisepalum Canistrum
What is the natural habitat of Canistrum tenuisepalum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Canistrum genus
Canistrum alagoanum,
Canistrum aurantiacum,
Canistrum auratum,
Canistrum camacaense,
Canistrum fosterianum,
Canistrum guzmanioides,
Canistrum lanigerum,
Canistrum montanum,
Canistrum pickelii,
Canistrum sandrae,
Canistrum seidelianum,
Canistrum triangulare,
Canistrum improcerum,
Canistrum paulistanum,
Canistrum camacaensis,
Canistrum tenuisepalum,
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,