Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
quercifolia
ID:
603998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hügel : 17 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603330



Common Names

  • Quercifolia Chorilaena
  • Chorilaena Quercifolia
  • Quercifol Chorilaena


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Description

Chorilaena quercifolia (also called 'Oak-leaved Chorilaena', among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Brazil. It has a rosette of stiff, arching, green leaves with reddish-brown spots. It is found growing in the humid forests of the Atlantic Forest biome.

Uses & Benefits

Chorilaena quercifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chorilaena quercifolia has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chorilaena quercifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best grown in a sunny position with moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chorilaena quercifolia

Chorilaena quercifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Chorilaena quercifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chorilaena quercifolia?

Chorilaena quercifolia

What is the common name of Chorilaena quercifolia?

Oak-leaved Grass

What is the natural habitat of Chorilaena quercifolia?

It is native to the tropical regions of South America

Species in the Chorilaena genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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