Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
asperula
ID:
752462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 15 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751795



Common Names

  • Vellozia Asperula
  • Asperula Vellozia
  • Vellozia-Asperula


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Description

Vellozia asperula (also called Rough Vellozia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves that are usually green in color. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can be found in open areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia asperula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia asperula has white flowers with yellow anthers that are arranged in a terminal panicle. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia asperula is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots in a cold greenhouse. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vellozia asperula

Vellozia asperula can be found in Brazil.

Vellozia asperula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia asperula?

Vellozia asperula

What is the common name of Vellozia asperula?

Asperula Vellozia

What type of plant is Vellozia asperula?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Vellozia genus

Vellozia sessilis, Vellozia punctulata, Vellozia pusilla, Vellozia resinosa, Vellozia taxifolia, Vellozia tragacantha, Vellozia tomentosa, Vellozia tubiflora, Vellozia dasypus, Vellozia sulphurea, Vellozia squamata, Vellozia squalida, Vellozia sellovii, Vellozia abietina, Vellozia epidendroides, Vellozia compacta, Vellozia tillandsioides, Vellozia armata, Vellozia costata, Vellozia stenocarpa, Vellozia caudata, Vellozia verruculosa, Vellozia canelinha, Vellozia incurvata, Vellozia ornata, Vellozia minima, Vellozia intermedia, Vellozia hemisphaerica, Vellozia graminea, Vellozia cryptantha, Vellozia ramosissima, Vellozia patens, Vellozia pilosa, Vellozia piresiana, Vellozia pterocarpa, Vellozia pumila, Vellozia nivea, Vellozia scabrosa, Vellozia scoparia, Vellozia seubertiana, Vellozia sincorana, Vellozia pulchra, Vellozia lilacina, Vellozia macedonis, Vellozia nuda, Vellozia maxillarioides, Vellozia metzgerae, Vellozia modesta, Vellozia nanuzae, Vellozia stellata,

Species in the Velloziaceae family

Acanthochlamys bracteata, Barbacenia andersonii, Barbacenia aurea, Barbacenia bahiana, Barbacenia beauverdii, Barbacenia blackii, Barbacenia blanchetii, Barbacenia brachycalyx, Barbacenia brasiliensis, Barbacenia brevifolia, Barbacenia burle-marxii, Barbacenia caricina, Barbacenia celiae, Barbacenia chlorantha, Barbacenia coccinea, Barbacenia conicostigma, Barbacenia contasana, Barbacenia coronata, Barbacenia culta, Barbacenia curviflora, Barbacenia cuspidata, Barbacenia cyananthera, Barbacenia cylindrica, Barbacenia damaziana, Barbacenia delicatula, Barbacenia ensifolia, Barbacenia exscapa, Barbacenia filamentifera, Barbacenia flava, Barbacenia flavida, Barbacenia foliosa, Barbacenia fragrans, Barbacenia fulva, Barbacenia gardneri, Barbacenia gaveensis, Barbacenia gentianoides, Barbacenia glabra, Barbacenia glauca, Barbacenia glaziovii, Barbacenia globata, Barbacenia glutinosa, Barbacenia goethartii, Barbacenia gounelleana, Barbacenia graciliflora, Barbacenia graminifolia, Barbacenia grisea, Barbacenia hatschbachii, Barbacenia hilairei, Barbacenia hirtiflora, Barbacenia ignea,