Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
752172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goethart & Henrard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Blumea 2: 378 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751505

Common Names

  • Vellozia pumila
  • Pumila Vellozia
  • Pumila Vellozia Plant

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Description

Vellozia pumila (also called Dwarf Vellozia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has an erect stem, with linear leaves that are arranged in a spiral pattern and are covered with short hairs. It grows in dry areas, such as rocky outcrops, and in open areas, such as savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia pumila is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in pots. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vellozia pumila is small, white or pinkish, and has six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia pumila is a herbaceous perennial that is native to South America. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagate by division in spring or autumn or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Vellozia pumila

Vellozia pumila is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Vellozia pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia pumila?

Vellozia pumila

What is the common name of Vellozia pumila?

Pumila Vellozia

Where is Vellozia pumila native to?

Brazil

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-291043: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Theodoor Henrard (1881-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henrard' in the authors string.
Jan Willem Christiaan Goethart (1866-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goethart' in the authors string.