Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venezuelensis
ID:
693284

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

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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.

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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 Ochnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814789: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
R.H. Bunting: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunting' in the authors string.