Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
commerconiana
ID:
342035

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(4): 20 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341367

Common Names

  • Bikkia commerconiana
  • Queen's Tears
  • Flamingo Flower

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Description

Bikkia commerconiana (also called Commercon's bromeliad, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid tropical forests. It has long, narrow, arching leaves that are green in color and have a reddish-purple underside. The inflorescence is a bright pink and the flowers are tubular in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Bikkia commerconiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its bright and colorful foliage, which can be used to add a splash of color to any garden or home.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bikkia commerconiana has pink flowers, small seeds and seedlings with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bikkia commerconiana can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Bikkia commerconiana

Bikkia commerconiana is native to Brazil.

Bikkia commerconiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bikkia commerconiana?

Bikkia commerconiana

What is the common name of Bikkia commerconiana?

Commerconiana

What type of plant is Bikkia commerconiana?

Tropical flowering plant

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22159: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.