Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
juncifolia
ID:
353585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez & Wercklé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 4: 1124 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000352917



Common Names

  • Catopsis juncifolia
  • Juncifolia Catopsis
  • Catopsis Grass


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Description

Catopsis juncifolia (also called Rush-leaved Catopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant with a creeping habit. It is native to Central and South America and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catopsis juncifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in aquariums to provide oxygen and to reduce nitrates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catopsis juncifolia has small, white flowers with three stamens. The seeds are small, black and globose. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catopsis juncifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. It can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Catopsis juncifolia

Catopsis juncifolia is native to South America.

Catopsis juncifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catopsis juncifolia?

Catopsis juncifolia

What is the common name of Catopsis juncifolia?

Rush-leaved Catopsis

What is the natural habitat of Catopsis juncifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
Karl Wercklé (1860-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wercklé' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:50124-2: 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].