Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
1592981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esteves & Gouda

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 228 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047875

Common Names

  • Bromelia magnifica
  • Magnifica Bromelia
  • Magnifica's Bromeliad

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Description

Bromelia magnifica (also called Magnificent Bromelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bromelia magnifica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and homes. It is known for its bright and colorful foliage, and is often used to add a splash of color to any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants and toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bromelia magnifica has a bright yellow flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bromelia magnifica is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Bromelia magnifica

Bromelia magnifica is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and São Paulo.

Bromelia magnifica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bromelia magnifica?

Bromelia magnifica is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

What is the size of Bromelia magnifica?

Bromelia magnifica can grow up to 8 inches in height.

What is the color of Bromelia magnifica?

Bromelia magnifica has bright red flowers.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77175289-1: 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].