Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
curacavina
ID:
1412418

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ravenna) M.F.Fay & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:58. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424883



Common Names

  • Gilliesia Curacavina
  • Curacavina Gilliesia
  • Gilliesia


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Description

Gilliesia curacavina (also called Gilliesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae, native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a rosette of stiff, linear leaves, with white flowers in a spike-like inflorescence. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gilliesia curacavina is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gilliesia curacavina flower is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilliesia curacavina is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Gilliesia curacavina

Gilliesia curacavina is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Gilliesia curacavina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilliesia curacavina?

Gilliesia curacavina

What is the family of Gilliesia curacavina?

Myrtaceae

What is the habitat of Gilliesia curacavina?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
Michael F. Fay (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Fay' in the authors string.