Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
752486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 84 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751819



Common Names

  • Vellozia Brevifolia
  • Short-Leaved Vellozia
  • Short-Leaved Vellozia Palm


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Description

Vellozia brevifolia (also called Short-Leaved Vellozia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has small, leathery leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vellozia brevifolia var. brevifolia
Vellozia brevifolia var. angustior L.B.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia brevifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two leaves with parallel veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia brevifolia is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Vellozia brevifolia

Vellozia brevifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Vellozia brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia brevifolia?

Vellozia brevifolia

What is the common name of Vellozia brevifolia?

Brevifolia Vellozia

What is the natural habitat of Vellozia brevifolia?

Dry, rocky areas in Brazil

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,

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