Zannichellia obtusifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
802211
Status:
valid
Authors:
Talavera, García-Mur. & H.Smit
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Lagascalia 14: 249 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801545
Common Names
- Zannichellia Obtusifolia
- Oblong-leaved Zannichellia
- Zannichellia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zannichellia obtusifolia (also called Obtuse-leaved Zannichellia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, light green leaves that form a rosette and can reach up to 15 cm in length. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Zannichellia obtusifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its fragrant aroma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zannichellia obtusifolia has small, yellow-green flowers with long stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zannichellia obtusifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Zannichellia obtusifolia
Zannichellia obtusifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.
Zannichellia obtusifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zannichellia obtusifolia?
Zannichellia obtusifolia
What is the common name of Zannichellia obtusifolia?
Oblong Pondweed
What is the natural habitat of Zannichellia obtusifolia?
Freshwater lakes and ponds
Species in the Zannichellia genus
Species in the Potamogetonaceae family
Althenia australis, Althenia bilocularis, Althenia cylindrocarpa, Althenia filiformis, Althenia orientalis, Althenia preissii, Althenia preisii, Althenia marina, Althenia patentifolia, Althenia hearnii, Althenia tzvelevii, Groenlandia densa, Potamogeton anguillanus, Potamogeton antaicus, Potamogeton apertus, Potamogeton torssandri, Potamogeton australiensis, Potamogeton uruguayensis, Potamogeton zosteriformis, Potamogeton tubulatus, Potamogeton confinis, Potamogeton cooperi, Potamogeton bicupulatus, Potamogeton sudermanicus, Potamogeton cadburyae, Potamogeton biformis, Potamogeton biwaensis, Potamogeton attenuatus, Potamogeton tennesseensis, Potamogeton prussicus, Potamogeton pseudofriesii, Potamogeton quinquenervius, Potamogeton suboblongus, Potamogeton subrufus, Potamogeton subsessilis, Potamogeton spirilliformis, Potamogeton sarmaticus, Potamogeton saxonicus, Potamogeton schreberi, Potamogeton scoliophyllus, Potamogeton ripensis, Potamogeton parmatus, Potamogeton philippinensis, Potamogeton heslop-harrisonii, Potamogeton hoggarensis, Potamogeton gessnacensis, Potamogeton orientalis, Potamogeton faurei, Potamogeton ferrugineus, Potamogeton grovesii,
References
Salvador Talavera (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Talavera' in the authors string.
Pablo García-Murillo (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'García-Mur.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:931274-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.