Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
rotundata
ID:
1305524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Devecchi, Pirani & W.W.Thomas

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 366(1): 49. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317978



Common Names

  • Homalolepis rotundata
  • Round Homalolepis
  • Round Bromeliad


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Uses & Benefits

Homalolepis rotundata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in water gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homalolepis rotundata has small, white flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have short, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalolepis rotundata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot in well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Prune as needed to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Homalolepis rotundata

Homalolepis rotundata is native to the Brazilian Cerrado region.

Homalolepis rotundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homalolepis rotundata?

Homalolepis rotundata

What is the natural habitat of Homalolepis rotundata?

Homalolepis rotundata is found in humid montane forests of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.

What is the average size of Homalolepis rotundata?

Homalolepis rotundata is a small plant, usually growing to a height of 5-10 cm.

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
William Wayt Thomas (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Thomas' in the authors string.
Marcelo Fernando Devecchi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Devecchi' in the authors string.