Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
castelnavii
ID:
338200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Handb. Bromel. : 39 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337532

Common Names

  • Aechmea Castelnavii
  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Urn Plant

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Description

Aechmea castelnavii (also called Castelnau's Aechmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and is found in humid forests and on rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea castelnavii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aechmea castelnavii is a bright orange color and is shaped like a bell. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea castelnavii is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a low-growing plant with rosettes of arching, strap-like leaves. The leaves are green with silver stripes and have sharp spines along the edges. The plant produces bright pink or purple flowers in the summer. To cultivate Aechmea castelnavii, plant it in a well-draining soil mix and water it regularly. Place the plant in a bright, sunny location. Propagate Aechmea castelnavii by division or by seed.

Where to Find Aechmea castelnavii

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

Aechmea castelnavii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea castelnavii?

Aechmea castelnavii

What is the common name of Aechmea castelnavii?

Castelnau's Vase Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea castelnavii?

Tropical forests of South America

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:5380-2: 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].