Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
caruncularis
ID:
752449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Seub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 78 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751782



Common Names

  • Vellozia Caruncularis
  • Caruncularis Vellozia
  • Vellozia-Caruncularis


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Description

Vellozia caruncularis (also called 'Caruncular Vellozia' or 'Caruncle Vellozia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Velloziaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in rocky habitats. It is a perennial herb with narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia caruncularis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. The plant has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia caruncularis 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 caruncularis 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 caruncularis

Vellozia caruncularis can be found in Brazil.

Vellozia caruncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia caruncularis?

Vellozia caruncularis

What is the common name of Vellozia caruncularis?

Caruncularis Vellozia

Where is Vellozia caruncularis native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-291309: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Moritz August Seubert (1818-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seub.' in the authors string.