Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
menescalii
ID:
477607

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Canistropsis - Bromeliads Atlantic Forest : 73 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476939

Common Names

  • Neoregelia
  • Menescal's Neoregelia
  • Menescal's Blushing Bromeliad

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Description

Neoregelia menescalii (also called Menescal's Neoregelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found on trees, shrubs, and cacti.

Uses & Benefits

Neoregelia menescalii is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoregelia menescalii has bright pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoregelia menescalii is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial bromeliad that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division, which can be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a sandy, well-draining soil and kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Neoregelia menescalii

Neoregelia menescalii is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Atlantic Forest.

Neoregelia menescalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoregelia menescalii?

Neoregelia menescalii

What is the common name of Neoregelia menescalii?

Menescalii Neoregelia

What is the natural habitat of Neoregelia menescalii?

Neoregelia menescalii is native to Brazil and can be found in humid forests and savannas

Species in the Neoregelia genus

Neoregelia abendrothae, Neoregelia alvimii, Neoregelia amandae, Neoregelia ampullacea, Neoregelia angustibracteolata, Neoregelia angustifolia, Neoregelia atroviridifolia, Neoregelia azevedoi, Neoregelia bahiana, Neoregelia binoti, Neoregelia bragarum, Neoregelia brevifolia, Neoregelia brigadeirensis, Neoregelia brownii, Neoregelia burlemarxii, Neoregelia camorimiana, Neoregelia capixaba, Neoregelia carcharodon, Neoregelia carinata, Neoregelia carolinae, Neoregelia cathcartii, Neoregelia chlorosticta, Neoregelia coimbrae, Neoregelia compacta, Neoregelia concentrica, Neoregelia coriacea, Neoregelia correia-araujoi, Neoregelia crispata, Neoregelia cruenta, Neoregelia cyanea, Neoregelia diversifolia, Neoregelia doeringiana, Neoregelia dungsiana, Neoregelia eltoniana, Neoregelia farinosa, Neoregelia fluminensis, Neoregelia fosteriana, Neoregelia gavionensis, Neoregelia guttata, Neoregelia hoehneana, Neoregelia ibitipocensis, Neoregelia indecora, Neoregelia inexspectata, Neoregelia johannis, Neoregelia johnsoniae, Neoregelia kautskyi, Neoregelia kerryi, Neoregelia kuhlmannii, Neoregelia lactea, Neoregelia laevis,

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

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1016690-1: 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].