Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
nicaraguensis
ID:
604466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oerst., Planch. & Triana) Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 1: 87 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603798

Common Names

  • Nicaraguensis Chrysochlamys
  • Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis
  • Nicaraguensis Chrysochlamys Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tovomita nicaraguensis (Oerst.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Tovomitopsis nicaraguensis Oerst., Planch. & Triana [unknown]
  • Chrysochlamys pauciflora Standl. [unknown]
  • Chrysochlamys standleyana L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Tovomitopsis standleyana (L.O.Williams) D'Arcy [unknown]

Description

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis (also called 'Nicaraguan Chrysochlamys', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Nicaragua and is found in montane forests and rocky outcrops. It has an upright growth habit and its leaves are lanceolate and have a waxy texture. Its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis?

Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis

What type of plant is Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Chrysochlamys genus

Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2719980: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.