Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
obtecta
ID:
802053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mello-Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 27: 453 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801387



Common Names

  • Obtecta Vellozia
  • Obtecta Vellozia Plant
  • Obtecta Vellozia Bush


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Description

Vellozia obtecta (also called Obtect Vellozia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia obtecta is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have calming and soothing effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vellozia obtecta is yellow and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round and black. The seedling has a long stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia obtecta is a species of evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Vellozia obtecta

Vellozia obtecta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula.

Vellozia obtecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia obtecta?

Vellozia obtecta

What is the common name of Vellozia obtecta?

Vellozia

What is the family of Vellozia obtecta?

Velloziaceae

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-339778: Based on the initial data import
Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.