Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
680236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees & Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 11: 170 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679569



Common Names

  • Brazilian Erythrochiton
  • Erythrochiton brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Erythrochiton


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Synonyms

  • Pentamorpha graveolens Scheidw. [unknown]

Description

Erythrochiton brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Erythrochiton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and it can be found in open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrochiton brasiliensis is an ornamental plant with a showy display of red flowers. It is often used as a hedge or screen plant and is also used in erosion control. It is also used as a windbreak and soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erythrochiton brasiliensis are red and appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrochiton brasiliensis is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is best to start seeds indoors in a sterile medium and then transplant them outdoors when they are established.

Where to Find Erythrochiton brasiliensis

Erythrochiton brasiliensis is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Erythrochiton brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrochiton brasiliensis?

Erythrochiton brasiliensis

What are the common names of Erythrochiton brasiliensis?

Brasilian Red-flowering Tree, Red-flowering Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrochiton brasiliensis?

Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2801075: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.