Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ferdinando-coburgii
ID:
478315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wawra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 30: 112 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477647

Common Names

  • Fernando Coburg's Nidularium
  • Fernando Coburg's Bird's Nest
  • Nidularium Ferdinando-Coburgii

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Description

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii (also called 'Fernando Coburg's Bird's Nest', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic bromeliad that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid tropical forests. It has long, narrow leaves and pink-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a dense, spreading habit and can be used to provide shelter and shade. The plant is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii is a small, succulent plant with fleshy leaves and stems. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and fertilize every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii is native to Brazil and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii?

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii prefer?

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii prefers a well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

How much light does Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii need?

Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Nidularium genus

Nidularium albiflorum, Nidularium altimontanum, Nidularium alvimii, Nidularium amazonicum, Nidularium amorimii, Nidularium angustibracteatum, Nidularium angustifolium, Nidularium antoineanum, Nidularium apiculatum, Nidularium atalaiaense, Nidularium azureum, Nidularium bicolor, Nidularium bocainensis, Nidularium campo-alegrensis, Nidularium campos-portoi, Nidularium cariacicaense, Nidularium catarinense, Nidularium corallinum, Nidularium espiritosantense, Nidularium ferdinando-coburgii, Nidularium ferrugineum, Nidularium fradense, Nidularium fulgens, Nidularium innocentii, Nidularium itatiaiae, Nidularium jonesianum, Nidularium kautskyanum, Nidularium krisgreeniae, Nidularium linehamii, Nidularium longiflorum, Nidularium mangaratibense, Nidularium marigoi, Nidularium minutum, Nidularium organense, Nidularium picinguabensis, Nidularium procerum, Nidularium purpureum, Nidularium rosulatum, Nidularium rubens, Nidularium rutilans, Nidularium scheremetiewii, Nidularium serratum, Nidularium utriculosum, Nidularium viridipetalum, Nidularium rolfianum, Nidularium alegrense, Nidularium bocainense, Nidularium ferdinandocoburgi,

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

Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:123669-1: 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].