Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 354 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603315
Common Names
- Lateriflorum Choretrum
- Choretrum Lateriflorum
- Lateriflor Choretrum
Description
Choretrum lateriflorum (also called 'Later-flowering 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 lateriflorum 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 lateriflorum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Choretrum lateriflorum is an annual plant that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.
Where to Find Choretrum lateriflorum
Choretrum lateriflorum is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Choretrum lateriflorum FAQ
What is the common name of Choretrum lateriflorum?
Side-flowered Choretrum
What is the natural habitat of Choretrum lateriflorum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the scientific name of Choretrum lateriflorum?
Choretrum lateriflorum
Species in the Choretrum genus
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,