Bromelia gracilisepala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilisepala
ID:
1304866
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.F.Monteiro & Forzza
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 205: 113 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317320
Common Names
- Bromelia gracilisepala
- Gracilisepalous Bromelia
- Gracilisepalous Pineapple
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromelia gracilisepala (also called Slender-sepaled Bromelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in wet montane forests, and is an epiphyte.
Uses & Benefits
Bromelia gracilisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in the production of paper and rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromelia gracilisepala is small and yellow, with a single whorl of 6 tepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromelia gracilisepala is a tropical plant that is propagated from seeds or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Bromelia gracilisepala
Bromelia gracilisepala is native to Brazil.
Bromelia gracilisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromelia gracilisepala?
Bromelia gracilisepala
What type of plant is Bromelia gracilisepala?
Bromelia gracilisepala is a flowering plant.
Where does Bromelia gracilisepala grow?
Bromelia gracilisepala grows in tropical regions of South America.
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
Rafaela Campostrini Forzza (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forzza' in the authors string.
Raquel Fernandes Monteiro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.F.Monteiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77146853-1: 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].