Status:
valid
Authors:
Brongn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 13: 43 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341423
Common Names
- Bikkia gaudichaudiana
- Queen's Tears
- Flamingo Flower
Description
Bikkia gaudichaudiana (also called 'Gaudichaud's Bikkia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Bikkia gaudichaudiana 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
The flower of Bikkia gaudichaudiana is a bright pink, tubular shaped flower with yellow and green stripes. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bikkia gaudichaudiana can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the plant into several sections, each with a few roots attached. Plant the sections in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water them regularly. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Water the seedlings regularly and transplant them into individual pots when they are large enough.
Where to Find Bikkia gaudichaudiana
Bikkia gaudichaudiana is native to Brazil.
Bikkia gaudichaudiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bikkia gaudichaudiana?
Bikkia gaudichaudiana
What type of plant is Bikkia gaudichaudiana?
It is a succulent plant
Where is Bikkia gaudichaudiana native to?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Bikkia genus
Bikkia bridgeana,
Bikkia commerconiana,
Bikkia gaudichaudiana,
Bikkia guilloviana,
Bikkia longicarpa,
Bikkia moluccana,
Bikkia palauensis,
Bikkia pancheri,
Bikkia philippinensis,
Bikkia tetrandra,
Bikkia montoyae,
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,