Alcantarea distractila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
distractila
ID:
837887
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme & C.C.Paula
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 58: 5 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837222
Common Names
- Alcantarea Distractila
- Distractila Bromeliad
- Distractila Giant Vase Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alcantarea distractila (also called 'Distracting Alcantarea', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It grows in grassy woodlands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Alcantarea distractila is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alcantarea distractila has a large, yellow flower with a white lip and yellow-orange sepals and petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alcantarea distractila is a terrestrial bromeliad that is native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 1.5m in height and width. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Alcantarea distractila
Alcantarea distractila is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.
Alcantarea distractila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alcantarea distractila?
Alcantarea distractila
What is the common name of Alcantarea distractila?
Distractile Bromeliad
What is the natural habitat of Alcantarea distractila?
Tropical and subtropical rainforests of Brazil
Species in the Alcantarea genus
Alcantarea benzingii, Alcantarea brasiliana, Alcantarea burle-marxii, Alcantarea duarteana, Alcantarea extensa, Alcantarea farneyi, Alcantarea geniculata, Alcantarea imperialis, Alcantarea nahoumii, Alcantarea nevaresii, Alcantarea odorata, Alcantarea regina, Alcantarea vinicolor, Alcantarea heloisae, Alcantarea patriae, Alcantarea tortuosa, Alcantarea turgida, Alcantarea distractila, Alcantarea longibracteata, Alcantarea nigripetala, Alcantarea simplicisticha, Alcantarea vasconcelosiana, Alcantarea martinellii, Alcantarea compacta, Alcantarea trepida, Alcantarea cerosa, Alcantarea lanceopetala, Alcantarea nana, Alcantarea occulta, Alcantarea pataxoana, Alcantarea recurvifolia, Alcantarea acuminatifolia, Alcantarea aurantiaca, Alcantarea australiana, Alcantarea galactea, Alcantarea abacta, Alcantarea glaucifolia, Alcantarea glaziouana, Alcantarea alegrensis, Alcantarea roberto-kautskyi, Alcantarea chimaera, Alcantarea delicata, Alcantarea lexeri, Alcantarea forzzae, Alcantarea intermedia, Alcantarea vandenbergii,
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
Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
Cláudio Coelho de Paula: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Paula' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60447784-2: 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].