Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
multiglandulosa
ID:
604306

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nied.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 191 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603638

Common Names

  • Multiglandulosa Christianella
  • Christianella Multiglandulosa
  • Multiglandulosa Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia multiglandulosa Nied. [unknown]

Description

Christinella multiglandulosa (also called Multiglandular Christiana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees.

Uses & Benefits

Christianella multiglandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Christianella paludicola has white flowers with yellow stamens and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Christianella paludicola is a terrestrial bromeliad that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix in a bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Christianella multiglandulosa

Christianella multiglandulosa can be found in Central America, particularly in the southern region.

Christianella multiglandulosa FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Christianella multiglandulosa?

Christianella multiglandulosa prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

What type of soil is best for Christianella multiglandulosa?

Christianella multiglandulosa prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

What is the optimal temperature for Christianella multiglandulosa?

Christianella multiglandulosa prefers temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2719788: Based on the initial data import
Franz Josef Niedenzu (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nied.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.