Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
subsecundum
ID:
408301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 540 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407633

Common Names

  • Encholirium subsecundum
  • Subsecundum Encholirium
  • Encholirium

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Description

Encholirium subsecundum (also called 'Subsecundum Encholirium', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical South America, typically found in moist, shady habitats. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Encholirium subsecundum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encholirium subsecundum has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are very fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encholirium subsecundum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Where to Find Encholirium subsecundum

Encholirium subsecundum can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Encholirium subsecundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encholirium subsecundum?

Encholirium subsecundum

What is the common name of Encholirium subsecundum?

Encholirium

What is the natural habitat of Encholirium subsecundum?

Tropical rainforests

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:90654-2: 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].