Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
conferta
ID:
338225

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo 2(1): 53 1941

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337557

Common Names

  • Conferta Aechmea
  • Conferta Urn Plant
  • Conferta Silver Vase Plant

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Description

Aechmea conferta (also called Confert 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 conferta is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It is also used in landscaping and is a popular choice for container gardens. The plant is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aechmea conferta has a flower with a bright pink bract and yellow flowers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea conferta 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 conferta, plant it in a well-draining soil mix and water it regularly. Place the plant in a bright, sunny location. Propagate Aechmea conferta by division or by seed.

Where to Find Aechmea conferta

Aechmea conferta is native to Central America.

Aechmea conferta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea conferta?

Aechmea conferta

What is the common name of Aechmea conferta?

Confert Vase Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea conferta?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217895: Based on the initial data import
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.