Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
vanhyningii
ID:
1404970

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bromeliad Soc. 9: 53 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001417425

Common Names

  • Greigia Vanhyningii
  • Vanhyningii Greigia
  • Greigia Van Hyning's

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Description

Greigia vanhyningii (also called Vanhyning's Greigia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an epiphytic plant native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 900 to 2,400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Greigia vanhyningii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Greigia vanhyningii is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Greigia vanhyningii is a small, perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the clumps. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots. Replant the sections in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the divisions have rooted.

Where to Find Greigia vanhyningii

Greigia vanhyningii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Greigia vanhyningii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Greigia vanhyningii?

Greigia vanhyningii

What is the common name of Greigia vanhyningii?

Vanhyning's Greigia

What is the natural habitat of Greigia vanhyningii?

It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,400 m

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

IPNI record: 122923-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001419388
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:113425-2: 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].