Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
ophiuroides
ID:
1305724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Louzada & Wand.) Louzada & Wand.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 14 (2016 publ. 2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318178



Common Names

  • Sincoraea ophiuroides
  • Ophiuroides Sincoraea
  • Sincoraea Ophiuroides


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Description

Sincoraea ophiuroides (also called 'Cacao de Monte', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sincoraea ophiuroides has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sincoraea ophiuroides has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Sincoraea ophiuroides: This plant is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Sincoraea ophiuroides

Sincoraea ophiuroides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sincoraea ophiuroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sincoraea ophiuroides?

Sincoraea ophiuroides

What are the common names of Sincoraea ophiuroides?

Ophiuroid Sincoraea

What is the natural habitat of Sincoraea ophiuroides?

Tropical and subtropical 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

Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
Rafael Batista Louzada: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louzada' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77161377-1: 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].