Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 264 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751500
Common Names
- Vellozia piresiana
- Piresiana Vellozia
- Vellozia Piresiana Plant
Description
Vellozia piresiana (also called 'Pires' Vellozia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in cerrado vegetation and caatinga habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Vellozia piresiana is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vellozia piresiana has small white flowers, with a single ovary and two stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vellozia piresiana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Vellozia piresiana
Vellozia piresiana is found in Brazil.
Vellozia piresiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vellozia piresiana?
Vellozia piresiana
What is the common name of Vellozia piresiana?
Pires' Vellozia
What are the growth requirements of Vellozia piresiana?
Vellozia piresiana prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Vellozia genus
Vellozia sessilis,
Vellozia punctulata,
Vellozia pusilla,
Vellozia resinosa,
Vellozia taxifolia,
Vellozia tragacantha,
Vellozia tomentosa,
Vellozia tubiflora,
Vellozia dasypus,
Vellozia sulphurea,
Vellozia squamata,
Vellozia squalida,
Vellozia sellovii,
Vellozia abietina,
Vellozia epidendroides,
Vellozia compacta,
Vellozia tillandsioides,
Vellozia armata,
Vellozia costata,
Vellozia stenocarpa,
Vellozia caudata,
Vellozia verruculosa,
Vellozia canelinha,
Vellozia incurvata,
Vellozia ornata,
Vellozia minima,
Vellozia intermedia,
Vellozia hemisphaerica,
Vellozia graminea,
Vellozia cryptantha,
Vellozia ramosissima,
Vellozia patens,
Vellozia pilosa,
Vellozia piresiana,
Vellozia pterocarpa,
Vellozia pumila,
Vellozia nivea,
Vellozia scabrosa,
Vellozia scoparia,
Vellozia seubertiana,
Vellozia sincorana,
Vellozia pulchra,
Vellozia lilacina,
Vellozia macedonis,
Vellozia nuda,
Vellozia maxillarioides,
Vellozia metzgerae,
Vellozia modesta,
Vellozia nanuzae,
Vellozia stellata,
Species in the Velloziaceae family
Acanthochlamys bracteata,
Barbacenia andersonii,
Barbacenia aurea,
Barbacenia bahiana,
Barbacenia beauverdii,
Barbacenia blackii,
Barbacenia blanchetii,
Barbacenia brachycalyx,
Barbacenia brasiliensis,
Barbacenia brevifolia,
Barbacenia burle-marxii,
Barbacenia caricina,
Barbacenia celiae,
Barbacenia chlorantha,
Barbacenia coccinea,
Barbacenia conicostigma,
Barbacenia contasana,
Barbacenia coronata,
Barbacenia culta,
Barbacenia curviflora,
Barbacenia cuspidata,
Barbacenia cyananthera,
Barbacenia cylindrica,
Barbacenia damaziana,
Barbacenia delicatula,
Barbacenia ensifolia,
Barbacenia exscapa,
Barbacenia filamentifera,
Barbacenia flava,
Barbacenia flavida,
Barbacenia foliosa,
Barbacenia fragrans,
Barbacenia fulva,
Barbacenia gardneri,
Barbacenia gaveensis,
Barbacenia gentianoides,
Barbacenia glabra,
Barbacenia glauca,
Barbacenia glaziovii,
Barbacenia globata,
Barbacenia glutinosa,
Barbacenia goethartii,
Barbacenia gounelleana,
Barbacenia graciliflora,
Barbacenia graminifolia,
Barbacenia grisea,
Barbacenia hatschbachii,
Barbacenia hilairei,
Barbacenia hirtiflora,
Barbacenia ignea,