Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
coutensis
ID:
1541143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & O.B.C.Ribeiro

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 430: 168 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022602



Common Names

  • Forzzaea coutensis
  • Coutensis Forzzaea
  • Coutensis's Forzzaea


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Description

Forzzaea coutensis (also called Couten's Forzzaea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Forzzaea coutensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forzzaea coutensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forzzaea coutensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

Where to Find Forzzaea coutensis

Forzzaea coutensis can be found in Brazil.

Forzzaea coutensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forzzaea coutensis?

Forzzaea coutensis

What are the common names of Forzzaea coutensis?

Couten's Forzzaea

What is the natural habitat of Forzzaea coutensis?

Subtropical and tropical moist lowland 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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77205467-1: 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].