Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
752072

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. ex Mello-Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bol. Bot. (São Paulo) 16: 65 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751405

Common Names

  • Vellozia Sessilis
  • Sessilis Vellozia
  • Vellozia

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Description

Vellozia sessilis (also called Sessile Vellozia, Sessile Vellozia, and Sessile Vellozia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with three leaves and a single white flower with three petals. It grows in deciduous forests, woodlands, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia sessilis is used medicinally to treat skin diseases, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia sessilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia sessilis is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to South America and prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 5-7 cm long. They should be planted in a mix of sand and peat moss and kept moist until they have rooted. The rooted cuttings can then be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Vellozia sessilis

Vellozia sessilis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Vellozia sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia sessilis?

Vellozia sessilis

What is the common name of Vellozia sessilis?

Sessile Vellozia

What are the growth requirements of Vellozia sessilis?

Vellozia sessilis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290953: Based on the initial data import
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.