Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm. & Bunting
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 27: 175 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692617
Common Names
- Froesia venezuelensis
- Venezuelensis Froesia
- Froesia Venezuelensis
Description
Froesia venezuelensis (also called Venezuelan Froesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador, and it is found in montane forests. It is a terrestrial plant with a rosette of leaves and a stem up to 1 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Froesia venezuelensis is used as a source of food, medicine, and fuel. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of fiber for rope and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Froesia venezuelensis is small, white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin, upright and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Froesia venezuelensis is a warm-season perennial grass native to South America. It is typically grown for forage and hay production. It can be propagated by seed, and it is best planted in late spring or early summer in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a short-lived perennial and will reseed itself if left undisturbed.
Where to Find Froesia venezuelensis
Froesia venezuelensis is native to Venezuela and Colombia. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Froesia venezuelensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Froesia venezuelensis?
Froesia venezuelensis
What is the common name of Froesia venezuelensis?
Venezuelan snakecotton
What is the natural habitat of Froesia venezuelensis?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Froesia genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
R.H. Bunting: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunting' in the authors string.