Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
roseolilacinus
ID:
1550113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leme) Leme, Zizka & Paule

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 544: 145 (2022)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000030279



Common Names

  • Krenakanthus roseolilacinus
  • Roseolilacinus Krenakanthus
  • Krenakanthus


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Description

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus (also called the Rose-Lilac Krenakanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in Central and South America. It is a small shrub, with a height of up to 1 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is native to Brazil and Colombia.

Uses & Benefits

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus is a small, yellow-green flower with a short, curved pistil. The seed of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus is a small, dark brown seed with a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus are small, dark green plants with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Krenakanthus roseolilacinus

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus can be found in Brazil.

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus?

Krenakanthus roseolilacinus

What is the common name of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus?

Krenakanthus

What is the natural habitat of Krenakanthus roseolilacinus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Krenakanthus genus

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:77297452-1: 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].