Bromelia superficialis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
superficialis
ID:
1334749
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Braun & Esteves
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2016: 125 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347203
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromelia superficialis (also called Superficial Bromelia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bromelia superficialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bromelia superficialis has small, white flowers that are clustered in a dense, globular head. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and delicate, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromelia superficialis is an epiphytic bromeliad that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Bromelia superficialis
Bromelia superficialis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Bromelia superficialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromelia superficialis?
Bromelia superficialis
What is the common name of Bromelia superficialis?
Bromelia
What are the characteristics of Bromelia superficialis?
Bromelia superficialis is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white 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
Pierre Josef Braun (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Braun' in the authors string.
Eddie Esteves Pereira (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esteves' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158914-1: 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].