Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
diamantinum
ID:
1304756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forzza

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 157 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317210

Common Names

  • Encholirium diamantinum
  • Diamantinum Encholirium
  • Encholirium ciliatum

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Description

Encholirium diamantinum (also called Encholirium diamantina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Encholirium diamantinum is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant. It is known for its air purifying properties, as it is known to remove toxins from the air. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encholirium diamantinum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encholirium diamantinum is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done by seed or division.

Where to Find Encholirium diamantinum

Encholirium diamantinum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Encholirium diamantinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encholirium diamantinum?

Encholirium diamantinum

What is the common name of Encholirium diamantinum?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Encholirium diamantinum?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Encholirium genus

Encholirium belemii, Encholirium brachypodum, Encholirium bradeanum, Encholirium eddie-estevesii, Encholirium erectiflorum, Encholirium gracile, Encholirium heloisae, Encholirium horridum, Encholirium irwinii, Encholirium longiflorum, Encholirium luxor, Encholirium lymanianum, Encholirium magalhaesii, Encholirium maximum, Encholirium pedicellatum, Encholirium reflexum, Encholirium scrutor, Encholirium spectabile, Encholirium subsecundum, Encholirium vogelii, Encholirium biflorum, Encholirium disjunctum, Encholirium ctenophyllum, Encholirium ascendens, Encholirium agavoides, Encholirium viridicentrum, Encholirium diamantinum, Encholirium fragae, Encholirium kranzianum, Encholirium pulchrum, Encholirium bracteatum, Encholirium avacanoeirum, Encholirium nibertii, Encholirium oreadicum, Encholirium viride, Encholirium pierre-braunii, Encholirium anteroi,

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

Rafaela Campostrini Forzza (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forzza' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119686-1: 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].