Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
velutinum
ID:
764340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kativu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 13: 503 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763673



Common Names

  • Chlorophytum velutinum
  • Velvet Spider Plant
  • Velvet Chlorophytum


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Description

Chlorophytum velutinum (also called African Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum velutinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorophytum velutinum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum velutinum is a tropical perennial plant native to India. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into sections with at least three leaves each. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Chlorophytum velutinum prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Chlorophytum velutinum

Chlorophytum velutinum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Chlorophytum velutinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum velutinum?

Chlorophytum velutinum

What are the common names of Chlorophytum velutinum?

Common names include African Violet, Spider Plant, Ribbon Plant, and Hen and Chickens.

What are the care requirements for Chlorophytum velutinum?

Chlorophytum velutinum requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302606: Based on the initial data import
Shakkie Kativu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kativu' in the authors string.