Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
tubulosa
ID:
342636

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 5(5): 40 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341968

Common Names

  • Bromelia tubulosa
  • Tubulosa Bromelia
  • Tubulosa's Bromelia

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Description

Bromelia tubulosa (also called Tube-Flowered Bromelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas, from sea level to elevations of 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Bromelia tubulosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long-lasting, bright pink flower that can be used as a cut flower. The plant is also known for its ability to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bromelia tubulosa is a bright red, tubular flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bromelia tubulosa 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 tubulosa

Bromelia tubulosa is native to tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bromelia tubulosa FAQ

What is the common name of Bromelia tubulosa?

Cardinal Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Bromelia tubulosa?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

How often should Bromelia tubulosa be watered?

Once a week

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:36906-2: 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].