Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
improcerum
ID:
835791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & J.A.Siqueira

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Atlantic Forest N. E. Brazil : 268 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835126



Common Names

  • Canistrum improcerum
  • Improcerous Canistrum
  • Improcerous Canistrum


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Description

Canistrum improcerum (also called Dwarf Canistrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial flowering plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in a clumping pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Canistrum improcerum is a plant species found in tropical regions of Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canistrum improcerum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canistrum improcerum is a tropical bromeliad native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or offsets. It should be grown in bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Canistrum improcerum

Canistrum improcerum is found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
José A. Siqueira Filho (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Siqueira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77089980-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].