Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) Mez
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(3): 381 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507990
Common Names
- Quesnelia arvensis
- Field Quesnelia
- Arvensis Quesnelia
Description
Quesnelia arvensis (also called 'Field Quesnelia', among many other common names) is an evergreen bromeliad native to tropical regions of South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of approximately 30 cm. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Quesnelia arvensis is a small shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and its berries are edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Quesnelia arvensis has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quesnelia arvensis is a species of bromeliad native to Brazil. It is an easy to grow plant that prefers bright indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated by division.
Where to Find Quesnelia arvensis
Quesnelia arvensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Quesnelia arvensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quesnelia arvensis?
Quesnelia arvensis
Where does Quesnelia arvensis grow?
Quesnelia arvensis grows in Brazil.
What is the common name of Quesnelia arvensis?
Quesnelia arvensis is commonly known as the Arvensis bromeliad.
Species in the Quesnelia genus
Quesnelia alvimii,
Quesnelia arvensis,
Quesnelia augusto-coburgii,
Quesnelia blanda,
Quesnelia edmundoi,
Quesnelia humilis,
Quesnelia imbricata,
Quesnelia indecora,
Quesnelia kautskyi,
Quesnelia lateralis,
Quesnelia liboniana,
Quesnelia marmorata,
Quesnelia morreniana,
Quesnelia quesneliana,
Quesnelia seideliana,
Quesnelia testudo,
Quesnelia dubia,
Quesnelia violacea,
Quesnelia clavata,
Quesnelia conquistensis,
Quesnelia koltesii,
Quesnelia tubifolia,
Quesnelia alborosea,
Quesnelia augustocoburgi,
Quesnelia vasconcelosiana,
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:216593-2: 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].