Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
tubiflora
ID:
752089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 7: 155 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751422

Common Names

  • Vellozia tubiflora
  • Tubiflora Vellozia
  • Tubiflora Vellozia Plant

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Description

Vellozia tubiflora (also called Tubiflora Vellozia, Tubiflora Vellozia, and Tubiflora 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 tubiflora 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 tubiflora has yellow, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia tubiflora 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 tubiflora

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

Vellozia tubiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia tubiflora?

Vellozia tubiflora

What is the family of Vellozia tubiflora?

Velloziaceae

What is the common name of Vellozia tubiflora?

Tubiflora Vellozia

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,

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