Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
macrodon
ID:
604300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toledo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 3: 29 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603632



Common Names

  • Macrodon Christiana
  • Macrodon Christiana
  • Macrodon Christiana


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Description

Christiana macrodon (also called Giant Christiana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and its habitats include rainforests, dry woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Christiana macrodon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Christiana macrodon has white flowers with yellow stamens and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Christiana macrodon is a terrestrial bromeliad that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix in a bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Christiana macrodon

Christiana macrodon can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Christiana macrodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Christiana macrodon?

Christiana macrodon

What are the common names of Christiana macrodon?

Large-toothed Christiana

What are the uses of Christiana macrodon?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References