Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
castanea
ID:
752340

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Ayensu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 30: 65 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751673



Common Names

  • Vellozia Castanea
  • Castanea Vellozia
  • Vellozia-Castanea


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Description

Vellozia castanea (also called chestnut vellozia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Velloziaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a short stem and a rosette of leaves. It is native to Brazil and is found in the cerrado and caatinga habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia castanea has white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia castanea can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Vellozia castanea

Vellozia castanea is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Vellozia castanea FAQ

What is the common name of Vellozia castanea?

Castanea velozia

What are the uses of Vellozia castanea?

Vellozia castanea is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

What is the natural habitat of Vellozia castanea?

Vellozia castanea is found in dry areas of Brazil, such as the Caatinga and Cerrado regions.

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-291201: Based on the initial data import
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Edward S. Ayensu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ayensu' in the authors string.