Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
604309

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 191 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603641

Common Names

  • Surinamensis Christianella
  • Christianella Surinamensis
  • Surinamensis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia surinamensis (Kosterm.) W.R.Anderson [unknown]
  • Mascagnia multiglandulosa surinamensis Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Christiana surinamensis (also called Surinam Christiana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and its habitats include rainforests, dry woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Christianella surinamensis 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

Christisonia albida 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

Christiana surinamensis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Christianella surinamensis

Christianella surinamensis can be found in South America, particularly in the northern region.

Christianella surinamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Christianella surinamensis?

Christianella surinamensis

What are the common names of Christianella surinamensis?

Surinamese Christianella

What are the uses of Christianella surinamensis?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders

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-2719790: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.