Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm. & H.Rob.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 700 (1986 publ. 1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561617
Common Names
- Steyerbromelia deflexa
- Deflexa Steyerbromelia
- Deflexa Pineapple Plant
Description
Steyerbromelia deflexa (also called 'Deflexa Bromelia', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen succulent plant with long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and grows in rocky, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Steyerbromelia deflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Steyerbromelia deflexa has yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Steyerbromelia deflexa is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Steyerbromelia deflexa
Steyerbromelia deflexa can be found in Mexico
Steyerbromelia deflexa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Steyerbromelia deflexa?
Steyerbromelia deflexa
What type of plant is Steyerbromelia deflexa?
It is a shrub
Where does Steyerbromelia deflexa grow?
It grows in Central and South America
Species in the Steyerbromelia genus
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:285599-2: 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].