Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
vescoana
ID:
604303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Kubitzki

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 116: 541 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603635

Common Names

  • Vescoana Christiana
  • Christiana Vescoana
  • Vescoana Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tahitia tahitensis (Nadeaud) S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Berrya tahitensis (Nadeaud) Drake [unknown]
  • Berrya vescoana Baill. [unknown]
  • Entelea tahitensis Nadeaud [unknown]
  • Tahitia vescoana (Baill.) Burret [unknown]

Description

Christiana vescoana (also called Vesco's 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

Christiana vescoana 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 glandulifera 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 glandulifera 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 Christiana vescoana

Christiana vescoana can be found in Africa, particularly in the western region.

Christiana vescoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Christianella glandulifera?

Christianella glandulifera

What are the common names of Christianella glandulifera?

Glandular Christianella

What are the uses of Christianella glandulifera?

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

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2719784: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Klaus Kubitzki (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kubitzki' in the authors string.