Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
varadarajanii
ID:
362350

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 35: 52 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361682

Common Names

  • Connellia varadarajanii
  • Varadarajan's Connellia
  • Connellia

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Description

Connellia varadarajanii (also called Varadarajan's Connellia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has a thick, woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist soils and is often found in rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Connellia varadarajanii is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, and as an astringent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Connellia varadarajanii are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, brown and about 0.5 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Connellia varadarajanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Connellia varadarajanii

Connellia varadarajanii is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Connellia varadarajanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Connellia varadarajanii?

Connellia varadarajanii

What is the common name of Connellia varadarajanii?

Varadarajan's Connellia

What is the natural habitat of Connellia varadarajanii?

Connellia varadarajanii is native to South America and is found in humid, tropical forests.

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

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:274859-2: 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].