Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
epiphytica
ID:
367146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blatt.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 33: 76 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366478



Common Names

  • Epiphytica Cyanotis
  • Cyanotis epiphytica
  • Cyanotis beddomei


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Synonyms

  • Belosynapsis epiphytica (Blatt.) C.E.C.Fisch. [unknown]

Description

Cyanotis epiphytica (also called Epiphytic Cushion Plant, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has narrow, linear leaves and blue-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanotis epiphytica is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil, which is used in perfumery and aromatherapy. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyanotis epiphytica has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyanotis epiphytica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter and should be planted in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Cyanotis epiphytica

Cyanotis epiphytica can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Cyanotis epiphytica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanotis epiphytica?

Cyanotis epiphytica

What is the common name of Cyanotis epiphytica?

Epiphytic Velvetleaf

What is the natural habitat of Cyanotis epiphytica?

Grassy slopes, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Cyanotis genus

Cyanotis adscendens, Cyanotis ake-assii, Cyanotis angusta, Cyanotis arachnoidea, Cyanotis arcotensis, Cyanotis axillaris, Cyanotis beddomei, Cyanotis burmannia, Cyanotis caespitosa, Cyanotis ceylanica, Cyanotis ciliata, Cyanotis cristata, Cyanotis cucullata, Cyanotis cupricola, Cyanotis dybowskii, Cyanotis epiphytica, Cyanotis fasciculata, Cyanotis flexuosa, Cyanotis foecunda, Cyanotis ganganensis, Cyanotis grandidieri, Cyanotis hepperi, Cyanotis homblei, Cyanotis karliana, Cyanotis kawakamii, Cyanotis lanata, Cyanotis lanceolata, Cyanotis lapidosa, Cyanotis longifolia, Cyanotis loureiroana, Cyanotis lourensis, Cyanotis moluccana, Cyanotis nyctitropa, Cyanotis pachyrrhiza, Cyanotis paludosa, Cyanotis pedunculata, Cyanotis pilosa, Cyanotis polyrrhiza, Cyanotis reutiana, Cyanotis robusta, Cyanotis scaberula, Cyanotis somaliensis, Cyanotis speciosa, Cyanotis thwaitesii, Cyanotis tuberosa, Cyanotis vaga, Cyanotis villosa, Cyanotis vivipara, Cyanotis repens,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,