Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wallnoeferi
ID:
508684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 188 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508016



Common Names

  • Suessenguthia wallnoeferi
  • Wallnoeferi Suessenguthia
  • Wallnoefer's Suessenguthia


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Description

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi (also called Wallnöfer's Suessenguthia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry forests, savannas, and rocky outcrops. It is a small shrub with thin, green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frosts.

Where to Find Suessenguthia wallnoeferi

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suessenguthia wallnoeferi?

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi

What is the common name of Suessenguthia wallnoeferi?

Wallnöfer's Suessenguthia

What is the natural habitat of Suessenguthia wallnoeferi?

Suessenguthia wallnoeferi is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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