Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vrydagzynoides
ID:
606756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 230 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606088



Common Names

  • Vrydagzynea Vrydagzynoides
  • Vrydagzynea Bromeliad
  • Vrydagzynea Vrydagzynoides


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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes vrydagzynoides Ames [unknown]

Description

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides (also called Vrydagzynea, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine native to South America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides?

Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides

What is the common name of Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides?

Vrydagzynea

What is the natural habitat of Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides?

Tropical forests of South America

Species in the Vrydagzynea genus

Vrydagzynea albida, Vrydagzynea albostriata, Vrydagzynea angustisepala, Vrydagzynea argentistriata, Vrydagzynea argyrotaenia, Vrydagzynea beccarii, Vrydagzynea bicostata, Vrydagzynea bractescens, Vrydagzynea brassii, Vrydagzynea buruensis, Vrydagzynea celebica, Vrydagzynea deliana, Vrydagzynea elata, Vrydagzynea elongata, Vrydagzynea endertii, Vrydagzynea formosana, Vrydagzynea gracilis, Vrydagzynea grandis, Vrydagzynea guppyi, Vrydagzynea kerintjiensis, Vrydagzynea lancifolia, Vrydagzynea micronesiaca, Vrydagzynea neohibernica, Vrydagzynea nova-guineensis, Vrydagzynea nuda, Vrydagzynea obliqua, Vrydagzynea paludosa, Vrydagzynea pauciflora, Vrydagzynea purpurea, Vrydagzynea salomonensis, Vrydagzynea samoana, Vrydagzynea schumanniana, Vrydagzynea semicordata, Vrydagzynea sessilifolia, Vrydagzynea tilungensis, Vrydagzynea tristriata, Vrydagzynea truncicola, Vrydagzynea uncinata, Vrydagzynea vitiensis, Vrydagzynea weberi, Vrydagzynea vrydagzynoides, Vrydagzynea triangularis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-272224: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.