Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
342524

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 285 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341856

Common Names

  • Bromelia fragilis
  • Pineapple Plant
  • Wild Pineapple

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Description

Bromelia fragilis (also called Fragile Bromeliad, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Bromelia fragilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bromelia fragilis is a bright orange, tubular shape with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bromelia fragilis can be propagated by seed or by division of the offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division of the offsets can be done in spring or fall. The offsets should be separated from the main plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Bromelia fragilis should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bromelia fragilis

Bromelia fragilis can be found in Brazil.

Bromelia fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bromelia fragilis?

Bromelia fragilis

What is the common name of Bromelia fragilis?

Fragile bromelia

What type of plant is Bromelia fragilis?

Evergreen perennial

Species in the Bromelia genus

Bromelia agavifolia, Bromelia alsodes, Bromelia alta, Bromelia antiacantha, Bromelia arenaria, Bromelia arubaiensis, Bromelia auriculata, Bromelia balansae, Bromelia binotii, Bromelia chrysantha, Bromelia eitenorum, Bromelia epiphytica, Bromelia estevesii, Bromelia exigua, Bromelia flemingii, Bromelia fosteriana, Bromelia fragilis, Bromelia glaziovii, Bromelia goeldiana, Bromelia goyazensis, Bromelia grandiflora, Bromelia granvillei, Bromelia gurkeniana, Bromelia hemisphaerica, Bromelia hieronymi, Bromelia horstii, Bromelia humilis, Bromelia ignaciana, Bromelia interior, Bromelia irwinii, Bromelia karatas, Bromelia laciniosa, Bromelia lagopus, Bromelia legrellae, Bromelia macedoi, Bromelia morreniana, Bromelia nidus-puellae, Bromelia oliveirae, Bromelia palmeri, Bromelia pinguin, Bromelia poeppigii, Bromelia redoutei, Bromelia regnellii, Bromelia reversacantha, Bromelia rondoniana, Bromelia scarlatina, Bromelia serra, Bromelia superba, Bromelia sylvicola, Bromelia tarapotina,

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

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:36855-2: 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].