Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
viridicentrum
ID:
1304748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & O.B.C.Ribeiro

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 177: 86 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317202

Common Names

  • Encholirium viridicentrum
  • Viridicentrum Encholirium
  • Encholirium spectabile

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Description

Encholirium viridicentrum (also called Encholirium viridicentra, 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 viridicentrum is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves are used for thatching roofs and for making baskets and mats. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encholirium viridicentrum has small, white flowers and produces small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encholirium viridicentrum 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 viridicentrum

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

Encholirium viridicentrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encholirium viridicentrum?

Encholirium viridicentrum

What is the common name of Encholirium viridicentrum?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Encholirium viridicentrum?

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

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
Otávio B.C. Ribeiro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.B.C.Ribeiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77142996-1: 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].