Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
semhahensis
ID:
604010

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vierh.) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 52: 806 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603342



Common Names

  • Semhahensis Choriptera
  • Choriptera Semhahensis
  • Semhahense Choriptera


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Description

Choriptera semhahensis (also called 'Semhahen's Choriptera', among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Brazil. It has a rosette of stiff, arching, green leaves with reddish-brown spots. It is found growing in the humid forests of the Atlantic Forest biome.

Uses & Benefits

Choriptera semhahensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Choriptera semhahensis has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Choriptera semhahensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best grown in a sunny position with moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Choriptera semhahensis

Choriptera semhahensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Choriptera semhahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Choriptera semhahensis?

Choriptera semhahensis

What is the common name of Choriptera semhahensis?

Semhahen's Grass

What is the natural habitat of Choriptera semhahensis?

It is native to the tropical regions of South America

Species in the Choriptera 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2719437: Based on the initial data import
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Vierhapper (1876-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierh.' in the authors string.