Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
latifolia
ID:
602978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 34: 54 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000602310



Common Names

  • Chionothrix Latifolia
  • Latifolia Bromeliad
  • Foxtail Bromeliad


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Description

Chionothrix latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Chionothrix, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in rocky, alpine habitats at high elevations.

Uses & Benefits

Chionothrix latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chionothrix latifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and fragile, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chionothrix latifolia can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Chionothrix latifolia

Chionothrix latifolia can be found in the United States, primarily in the southeastern states from Louisiana to Florida and north to Virginia.

Chionothrix latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chionothrix latifolia?

Chionothrix latifolia

What is the common name of Chionothrix latifolia?

Broad-leaved Snowlover

Where is Chionothrix latifolia found?

Chionothrix latifolia is found in the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Chionothrix genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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