Caiophora spegazzinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb. & Gilg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 76: 312 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578628
Common Names
- Caiophora Spegazzinii
- Spegazzinii Air Plant
- Spegazzinii Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caiophora spegazzinii (also called Spegazzini's caiophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It has a rosette of narrow, green leaves and produces a tall, branched inflorescence with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Caiophora spegazzinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions with medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caiophora spegazzinii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caiophora spegazzinii is a small, epiphytic plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Caiophora spegazzinii
Caiophora spegazzinii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Caiophora spegazzinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caiophora spegazzinii?
Caiophora spegazzinii
What type of plant is Caiophora spegazzinii?
Herbaceous plant
Where does Caiophora spegazzinii grow?
Caiophora spegazzinii grows in Patagonia, Argentina
Species in the Caiophora genus
Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata, Caiophora rusbyana, Caiophora scarlatina, Caiophora spegazzinii, Caiophora stenocarpa, Caiophora tenuis, Caiophora tomentosula, Caiophora vargasii, Caiophora pentlandii, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora buraeavii, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora dederichiorum,
Species in the Loasaceae family
Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:40212-2: Based on the initial data import