Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
508658

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

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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.

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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 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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
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].