Deuterocohnia abstrusa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abstrusa
ID:
1332241
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Cast.) N.Schuetz
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bromeliaceae 69: 30 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344695
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deuterocohnia abstrusa (also called Abstruse Deuterocohnia, among many other common names) is a small succulent native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Deuterocohnia abstrusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Deuterocohnia abstrusa are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Deuterocohnia abstrusa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden, and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Deuterocohnia abstrusa
Deuterocohnia abstrusa is native to Argentina and can be found in the provinces of La Rioja and Catamarca.
Deuterocohnia abstrusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deuterocohnia abstrusa?
Deuterocohnia abstrusa
What is the common name of Deuterocohnia abstrusa?
Obscure Deuterocohnia
What is the natural habitat of Deuterocohnia abstrusa?
Deuterocohnia abstrusa is found in the dry grasslands of South America
Species in the Deuterocohnia genus
Deuterocohnia brevifolia, Deuterocohnia brevispicata, Deuterocohnia chrysantha, Deuterocohnia digitata, Deuterocohnia glandulosa, Deuterocohnia haumanii, Deuterocohnia longipetala, Deuterocohnia lotteae, Deuterocohnia meziana, Deuterocohnia recurvipetala, Deuterocohnia scapigera, Deuterocohnia schreiteri, Deuterocohnia seramisiana, Deuterocohnia strobilifera, Deuterocohnia gableana, Deuterocohnia abstrusa,
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
Alberto Castellanos (1896-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cast.' in the authors string.
Nicole Schuetz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Schuetz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77152204-1: 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].