Status:
valid
Authors:
Tesfaye & Nordal
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 62: 129 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808176
Common Names
- Chlorophytum pseudocaule
- Pseudocaule Chlorophytum
- False-Stem Chlorophytum
Description
Chlorophytum pseudocaule (also called False-stemmed Chlorophytum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has thin, grass-like leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorophytum pseudocaule is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorophytum pseudocaule has a white or yellow flower with a labellum that is yellow with a green tip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chlorophytum pseudocaule is a hardy, evergreen perennial with long, strap-like leaves. It is easy to propagate by division or by cuttings. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in early spring or summer. When propagating by cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Chlorophytum pseudocaule
Chlorophytum pseudocaule is native to India and can be found in tropical forests and dry forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.
Chlorophytum pseudocaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum pseudocaule?
Chlorophytum pseudocaule
What is the common name of Chlorophytum pseudocaule?
False-stemmed Spider Plant
What is the native range of Chlorophytum pseudocaule?
India
Species in the Chlorophytum genus
Chlorophytum angustissimum,
Chlorophytum hirsutum,
Chlorophytum occultum,
Chlorophytum acutum,
Chlorophytum affine,
Chlorophytum africanum,
Chlorophytum alismifolium,
Chlorophytum alpinum,
Chlorophytum altum,
Chlorophytum anceps,
Chlorophytum andongense,
Chlorophytum angulicaule,
Chlorophytum angustiracemosum,
Chlorophytum ankarense,
Chlorophytum appendiculatum,
Chlorophytum applanatum,
Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum,
Chlorophytum aridum,
Chlorophytum arundinaceum,
Chlorophytum basitrichum,
Chlorophytum baturense,
Chlorophytum benuense,
Chlorophytum bharuchae,
Chlorophytum bifolium,
Chlorophytum blepharophyllum,
Chlorophytum borivilianum,
Chlorophytum bowkeri,
Chlorophytum brachystachyum,
Chlorophytum bracteatum,
Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum,
Chlorophytum breviscapum,
Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum,
Chlorophytum cameronii,
Chlorophytum camporum,
Chlorophytum capense,
Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum,
Chlorophytum caulescens,
Chlorophytum chariense,
Chlorophytum chevalieri,
Chlorophytum chinense,
Chlorophytum chloranthum,
Chlorophytum collinum,
Chlorophytum colubrinum,
Chlorophytum comosum,
Chlorophytum cooperi,
Chlorophytum cordifolium,
Chlorophytum crassinerve,
Chlorophytum crispum,
Chlorophytum cyperaceum,
Chlorophytum dalzielii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Tesfaye Awas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tesfaye' in the authors string.