Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
353612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 625 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000352944



Common Names

  • Catopsis sessiliflora
  • Sessiliflora Catopsis
  • Sessile-Flowered Catopsis


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Synonyms

  • Tussacia aloides (Cham. & Schltdl.) É.Morren ex Baker [unknown]
  • Pogospermum sessiliflorum Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]

Description

Catopsis sessiliflora (also called Catopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herb with small white flowers. It is native to Central America and is found in wet forests and disturbed areas. It is also found in humid and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Catopsis sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catopsis sessiliflora has small, white flowers with yellowish-green bracts. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catopsis sessiliflora is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Catopsis sessiliflora

Catopsis sessiliflora is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Catopsis sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catopsis sessiliflora?

Catopsis sessiliflora

What is the common name of Catopsis sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Catopsis

What is the natural habitat of Catopsis sessiliflora?

Tropical forests

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:50146-2: 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].