Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
dracaenoides
ID:
1327773

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.J.V.Alves & N.G.Silva

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 172: 14 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340227



Common Names

  • Dracaenoides Vellozia
  • Dracaenoides Vellozia
  • Dracaenoides Vellozia


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Description

Vellozia dracaenoides (also called the Dragon-Like Vellozia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to South Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia dracaenoides is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used for making tea and its bark is used for making paper and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vellozia dracaenoides is a small, yellowish-green flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia dracaenoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and divide the plants in the fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plants regularly.

Where to Find Vellozia dracaenoides

Vellozia dracaenoides is found in Brazil.

Vellozia dracaenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia dracaenoides?

Vellozia dracaenoides

What is the natural habitat of Vellozia dracaenoides?

It is found in Brazil.

What is the flowering season of Vellozia dracaenoides?

It flowers from April to August.

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

Ruy José Válka Alves (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.V.Alves' in the authors string.
Nílber Gonçalves da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Silva' in the authors string.