Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
prismatica
ID:
342458

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 337 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341790

Common Names

  • Brocchinia prismatica
  • Pitcher Plant
  • Parrot Plant

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Description

Brocchinia prismatica (also called Brocchia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad native to the Guiana Shield of South America. It is a rosette-forming plant with long, thin leaves that are covered in white scales. It is found in wet savannas, marshes, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brocchinia prismatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brocchinia prismatica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and round, with a single, slender stem and a few small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brocchinia prismatica is a terrestrial bromeliad that is native to the rainforests of South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees and rocks. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Brocchinia prismatica

Brocchinia prismatica is found in the Venezuelan states of Bolívar and Amazonas.

Brocchinia prismatica FAQ

What is the common name of Brocchinia prismatica?

Prismatica Brocchinia

What is the natural habitat of Brocchinia prismatica?

Tepuis in Venezuela and Guyana

What is the size of Brocchinia prismatica?

It can reach up to 1 meter in height

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

Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' 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:36690-2: 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].