Bromelia hemispherica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemispherica
ID:
1315525
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1783
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 145 (1783)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327979
Common Names
- Bromelia
- Hemispherica
- Hemispheric Bromelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromelia hemispherica (also called 'Half-Sphere Bromelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Southern Hemisphere, with its range extending from Mexico to Bolivia. It is a small to medium-sized plant, growing up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Bromelia hemispherica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bromelia hemispherica are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromelia hemispherica is a species of bromeliad native to South America. It is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seeds and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Bromelia hemispherica
Bromelia hemispherica is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.
Bromelia hemispherica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromelia hemispherica?
Bromelia hemispherica
What type of plant is Bromelia hemispherica?
Bromelia hemispherica is a species of bromeliad.
Where is Bromelia hemispherica found?
Bromelia hemispherica is found in India and Nepal.
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
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:122320-1: Based on the initial data import