Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
azurea
ID:
338150

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 10: 141 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337482

Common Names

  • Aechmea azurea
  • Azure Grass
  • Azure Weed

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Description

Aechmea azurea (also called Azure Aechmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen perennial with long, sword-shaped leaves that are green and glossy on the top, and silver-white on the underside. It produces bright blue or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea azurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it is known to absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aechmea azurea has a bright yellow flower with a large, bright yellow bract. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea azurea is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and fertilized regularly. The plant should be protected from frost and strong winds.

Where to Find Aechmea azurea

Aechmea azurea can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Aechmea azurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea azurea?

Aechmea azurea

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea azurea?

Aechmea azurea is native to Brazil.

What is the flower color of Aechmea azurea?

The flowers of Aechmea azurea are blue.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:5353-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].