Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Gross, Rauh & Leme
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 41: 66 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442160
Common Names
- Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii
- Star Grass
- Blue Star
Description
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii (also called Leopoldo-Horst's bromeliad, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad species endemic to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is a small plant, with a rosette of leaves up to 20 cm long and a stem up to 40 cm tall. It grows in open areas, such as rocky outcrops, and in the understory of humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardens. It is known for its attractive, bright green foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii has white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial that is native to Brazil. It is best grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.
Where to Find Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii?
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii
What is the common name of Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii?
Leopoldo-horstii Hohenbergia
Where is Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii found?
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii is found in Brazil
Species in the Hohenbergia genus
Hohenbergia andina,
Hohenbergia augusta,
Hohenbergia belemii,
Hohenbergia blanchetii,
Hohenbergia brachycephala,
Hohenbergia burle-marxii,
Hohenbergia capitata,
Hohenbergia castellanosii,
Hohenbergia catingae,
Hohenbergia conquistensis,
Hohenbergia correia-arauji,
Hohenbergia edmundoi,
Hohenbergia eriantha,
Hohenbergia estevesii,
Hohenbergia hatschbachii,
Hohenbergia humilis,
Hohenbergia itamarajuensis,
Hohenbergia lanata,
Hohenbergia leopoldo-horstii,
Hohenbergia littoralis,
Hohenbergia membranostrobilus,
Hohenbergia minor,
Hohenbergia oxoniensis,
Hohenbergia pabstii,
Hohenbergia pennae,
Hohenbergia ridleyi,
Hohenbergia rosea,
Hohenbergia salzmannii,
Hohenbergia sandrae,
Hohenbergia stellata,
Hohenbergia undulatifolia,
Hohenbergia utriculosa,
Hohenbergia vestita,
Hohenbergia flava,
Hohenbergia lemei,
Hohenbergia mutabilis,
Hohenbergia aechmeoides,
Hohenbergia arcuata,
Hohenbergia barbarespina,
Hohenbergia reconcavensis,
Hohenbergia igatuensis,
Hohenbergia magnispina,
Hohenbergia loredanoana,
Hohenbergia lativaginata,
Hohenbergia halutheriana,
Hohenbergia isepponae,
Hohenbergia viridirubra,
Hohenbergia eriantha,
Hohenbergia horrida,
Hohenbergia blanchetii,
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:278229-2: 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].