Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme & O.B.C.Ribeiro
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 430: 171 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022603
Common Names
- Forzzaea flavipetala
- Flavipetala Forzzaea
- Flavipetala's Forzzaea
Description
Forzzaea flavipetala (also called Yellow-petaled 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 flavipetala 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 flavipetala 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 flavipetala 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 flavipetala
Forzzaea flavipetala can be found in Brazil.
Forzzaea flavipetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forzzaea flavipetala?
Forzzaea flavipetala
What are the common names of Forzzaea flavipetala?
Yellow-petaled Forzzaea
What is the natural habitat of Forzzaea flavipetala?
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:77205468-1: 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].