Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme & O.B.C.Ribeiro
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 430: 168 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022602
Common Names
- Forzzaea coutensis
- Coutensis Forzzaea
- Coutensis's Forzzaea
Description
Forzzaea coutensis (also called Couten's Forzzaea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Forzzaea coutensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and shelter.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Forzzaea coutensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Forzzaea coutensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.
Where to Find Forzzaea coutensis
Forzzaea coutensis can be found in Brazil.
Forzzaea coutensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forzzaea coutensis?
Forzzaea coutensis
What are the common names of Forzzaea coutensis?
Couten's Forzzaea
What is the natural habitat of Forzzaea coutensis?
Subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Forzzaea genus
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:77205467-1: 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].