Status:
valid
Authors:
Forzza
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 227: 14 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317211
Common Names
- Encholirium fragae
- Fragae Encholirium
- Encholirium floribundum
Description
Encholirium fragae (also called Encholirium fragans, 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 fragae 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 fragae 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Encholirium fragae 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 fragae
Encholirium fragae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Encholirium fragae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Encholirium fragae?
Encholirium fragae
What is the common name of Encholirium fragae?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Encholirium fragae?
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77150115-1: 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].