Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.B.Sm. & Read) Louzada & Wand.
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 10 (2016 publ. 2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318260
Common Names
- Burle-Marxii Sincoraea
- Burle-Marxii Sincoraea Plant
- Burle-Marxii Sincoraea Flower
Description
Sincoraea burle-marxii (also called Burle-Marxii Sincoraea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid forests. It has a grey-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic, and have a leathery texture.
Uses & Benefits
Sincoraea burle-marxii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sincoraea burle-marxii are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sincoraea burle-marxii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. When grown in the ground, it should be watered deeply once a week. Pruning should be done in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Sincoraea burle-marxii
Sincoraea burle-marxii can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Sincoraea burle-marxii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sincoraea burle-marxii?
Sincoraea burle-marxii
What is the common name of Sincoraea burle-marxii?
Burle-Marx's Sincoraea
Where is Sincoraea burle-marxii found?
South America
Species in the Sincoraea genus
Sincoraea amoena,
Sincoraea albopicta,
Sincoraea humilis,
Sincoraea mucugensis,
Sincoraea navioides,
Sincoraea ophiuroides,
Sincoraea rafaelii,
Sincoraea ulei,
Sincoraea burle-marxii,
Sincoraea hatschbachii,
Sincoraea heleniceae,
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:77161365-1: 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].