Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
342539

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Enum. Stirp. Vindob. : 306 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341871

Common Names

  • Bromelia humilis
  • Pineapple Plant
  • Wild Pineapple

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Synonyms

  • Nidularium humile (Jacq.) Regel [unknown]
  • Bromelia lasiantha Willd. ex Mez [unknown]

Description

Bromelia humilis (also called Dwarf 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 humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bromelia humilis is a bright pink, 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 humilis can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach a height of up to 2 feet.

Where to Find Bromelia humilis

Bromelia humilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Bromelia humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bromelia humilis?

Bromelia humilis

What is the common name of Bromelia humilis?

Low bromelia

What type of plant is Bromelia humilis?

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

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77176640-1: 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].