Status:
valid
Authors:
Ule
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 18: 320 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478164
Common Names
- Rosulate Nidularium
- Rosulate Silver Vase
- Rosulate Silver Urn
Description
Nidularium rosulatum (also called rosy nidularium, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant with succulent-like leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests and moist mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nidularium rosulatum is a popular houseplant due to its easy care requirements and attractive foliage. It is often used as a ground cover in gardens and can be used to create a tropical look. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used to add texture and color to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nidularium rosulatum is small, white, and has no petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nidularium rosulatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Nidularium rosulatum
Nidularium rosulatum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Nidularium rosulatum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Nidularium rosulatum?
Nidularium rosulatum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
How much light does Nidularium rosulatum need?
Nidularium rosulatum prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Nidularium rosulatum?
Nidularium rosulatum should be watered 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:169963-2: 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].