Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
candollei
ID:
603979

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 219 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603311



Common Names

  • Candollei Choretrum
  • Choretrum Candollei
  • Candolle's Choretrum


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Description

Choretrum candollei (also called 'Candolle's Choretrum', 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

Choretrum candollei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Choretrum candollei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Choretrum candollei is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Seeds can also be used, but they require cold stratification for germination.

Where to Find Choretrum candollei

Choretrum candollei can be found in wet, swampy areas of the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Choretrum candollei FAQ

What is the common name of Choretrum candollei?

Candolle's Choretrum

What is the natural habitat of Choretrum candollei?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the scientific name of Choretrum candollei?

Choretrum candollei

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2719402: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.