Chlorophytum zambiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zambiense
ID:
835875
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bjorå & Nordal
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Phylogeny Speciation Biogeogr. Crinum Chlorophytum 6: 9 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835210
Common Names
- Chlorophytum zambiense
- Zambian Chlorophytum
- Zambian Spider Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chlorophytum zambiense (also called Zambian Chlorophytum, among many other common names) is a species of bromeliad native to Zambia. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has a rosette habit, with dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorophytum zambiense is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorophytum zambiense has small, white flowers with white petals and sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chlorophytum zambiense is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or summer. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Chlorophytum zambiense
Chlorophytum zambiense can be found in Zambia.
Chlorophytum zambiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum zambiense?
Chlorophytum zambiense
What is the family of Chlorophytum zambiense?
Asparagaceae
What is the common name of Chlorophytum zambiense?
Zambian chlorophytum
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-372432: Based on the initial data import
Inger Nordal (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nordal' in the authors string.
Charlotte Sletten Bjorå (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bjorå' in the authors string.