Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
asmussii
ID:
1592961

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gouda

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 81 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047858

Common Names

  • Cipuropsis asmussii
  • Asmussii Cipuropsis
  • Asmussii's Bromeliad

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Description

Cipuropsis asmussii (also called Asmuss' Cipuropsis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to South America, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cipuropsis asmussii is used as an ornamental plant due to its unique, eye-catching appearance. It is also used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cipuropsis asmussii has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a short stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cipuropsis asmussii can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright indirect light. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Cipuropsis asmussii

Cipuropsis asmussii can be found in South America.

Cipuropsis asmussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cipuropsis asmussii?

Cipuropsis asmussii

What is the natural habitat of Cipuropsis asmussii?

Dry, rocky areas in Brazil

What is the size of Cipuropsis asmussii?

Grows up to 1 foot tall

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:77165382-1: 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].