Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
blanchetiana
ID:
338162

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 126(1): 13 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337494

Common Names

  • Blanchet's Aechmea
  • Blanchet Aechmea
  • Blanchet's Urn Plant

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Description

Aechmea blanchetiana (also called Blanchet's Aechmea, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic bromeliad that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in humid, shady forests. It has small, green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea blanchetiana 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

The flower of Aechmea blanchetiana is a bright yellow-orange color and is tubular in shape. The seed of this plant is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings of this plant are small, dark green, and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea blanchetiana is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by removing offsets from the mother plant. The offsets should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Aechmea blanchetiana

Aechmea blanchetiana is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Aechmea blanchetiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea blanchetiana?

Aechmea blanchetiana

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea blanchetiana?

Aechmea blanchetiana is native to Brazil.

What is the flower color of Aechmea blanchetiana?

The flowers of Aechmea blanchetiana are pink.

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
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:5361-2: 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].