Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
quelchii
ID:
362334

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 6: 67 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361666



Common Names

  • Connellia quelchii
  • Quelch's Connellia
  • Connellia


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Description

Connellia quelchii (also called Qelch's Connellia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has a thick, woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist soils and is often found in rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Connellia quelchii is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, and as an astringent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Connellia quelchii is white and has 6 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Connellia quelchii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Connellia quelchii

Connellia quelchii is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Connellia quelchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Connellia quelchii?

Connellia quelchii

What is the common name of Connellia quelchii?

Quelch's Connellia

What is the natural habitat of Connellia quelchii?

Connellia quelchii is native to South America and is found in humid, 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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:64226-2: 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].