Nidularium krisgreeniae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krisgreeniae
ID:
478467
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Nidularium - Bromeliads Atlantic Forest : 171 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477799
Common Names
- Nidularium Krisgreeniae
- Krisgreeniae Nidularium
- Krisgreeniae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nidularium krisgreeniae (also called Krisgreen's Bromeliad, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant with a rosette of leaves and a short stem. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid forests. It prefers partial shade and moist soil.
Uses & Benefits
Nidularium krisgreeniae is a popular houseplant, often used for its attractive foliage and bright, colorful flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is known to be drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nidularium krisgreeniae has small, white flowers that are borne in short spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nidularium krisgreeniae is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the offsets.
Where to Find Nidularium krisgreeniae
Nidularium krisgreeniae can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Nidularium krisgreeniae FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Nidularium krisgreeniae?
Nidularium krisgreeniae prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
What kind of light does Nidularium krisgreeniae need?
Nidularium krisgreeniae prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Nidularium krisgreeniae?
Water Nidularium krisgreeniae when the top inch of soil is dry.
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
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:1016712-1: 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].