Status:
valid
Authors:
Brongn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 13: 42 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341445
Common Names
- Bikkia guilloviana
- Queen's Tears
- Flamingo Flower
Description
Bikkia guilloviana (also called Guillov's Bikkia, among many other common names) is a species of bromeliad native to Brazil. It has a rosette of stiff, arching, pointed leaves that are green and mottled with purple. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bikkia guilloviana is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bikkia guilloviana is a bright pink, with a yellow throat and a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bikkia guilloviana is a tropical plant that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers a well-draining soil and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Bikkia guilloviana
Bikkia guilloviana is native to Brazil.
Bikkia guilloviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bikkia guilloviana?
Bikkia guilloviana
What is the common name of Bikkia guilloviana?
Guilloviana bromeliad
What is the natural habitat of Bikkia guilloviana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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,