Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
342639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 67: 3 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341971

Common Names

  • Bromelia villosa
  • Villosa Bromelia
  • Villosa's Bromelia

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Description

Bromelia villosa (also called Hairy 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 villosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long-lasting, bright yellow 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 villosa is a bright yellow, 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 villosa is a terrestrial orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bromelia villosa

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

Bromelia villosa FAQ

What is the common name of Bromelia villosa?

Woolly Bromelia

What is the natural habitat of Bromelia villosa?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

How often should Bromelia villosa 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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:36909-2: 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].