Bromelia serra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serra
ID:
342612
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 328 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341944
Common Names
- Bromelia serra
- Serra Bromelia
- Serra Pineapple
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- Bromelia serra serra [unknown]
Description
Bromelia serra (also called Pineapple-tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a rosette of thick, spiny leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Bromelia serra is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long-lasting, bright purple flower that can be used as a cut flower. The plant is also known for its ability to attract hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flower of Bromelia serra is a bright yellow and red bract that is surrounded by several small yellow flowers. Seed: The seed of Bromelia serra is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Bromelia serra are small, thin, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromelia serra 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 serra
Bromelia serra can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
Bromelia serra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromelia serra?
Bromelia serra
What type of plant is Bromelia serra?
It is an evergreen perennial plant
Where is Bromelia serra native to?
It is native to Central 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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:122393-1: 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].