Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
chilensis
ID:
1040896

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schimp.) S. Olsson, Enroth & D. Quandt

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60(1): 46 2011

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040234

Common Names

  • Alleniella chilensis
  • Chilensis Alleniella
  • Chilensis's Alleniella

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Description

Alleniella chilensis (also called Chilean Alleniella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 50 cm. It has ovate leaves that are about 9 cm long and 4 cm wide, and its flowers are pink and white. It grows in moist and shady areas, such as in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alleniella chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alleniella chilensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Alleniella chilensis

Alleniella chilensis can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Neckeraceae family

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References

Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
Sanna Olsson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Olsson' in the authors string.
Johannes Enroth (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Enroth' in the authors string.
Dietmar Quandt (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Quandt' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100367164: Based on data supplied by Bryonames