Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moluccana
ID:
342216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suess. ex Troll & Dragend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Planta 13: 323 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341548

Common Names

  • Bikkia Moluccana
  • Moluccana Vase Plant
  • Vase Plant

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Description

Bikkia neriifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Bikkia, 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 forests. It is an epiphytic plant with a rosette of narrow leaves up to 1 m long, with a central inflorescence of red bracts and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bikkia moluccana is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bikkia moluccana has a flower that is tubular in shape and has a bright yellow color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bikkia moluccana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from the basal portion of the plant and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Bikkia moluccana

Bikkia moluccana is native to Indonesia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Bikkia moluccana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bikkia moluccana?

Bikkia moluccana

What is the natural habitat of Bikkia moluccana?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

What is the average size of Bikkia moluccana?

Up to 4 meters in height

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-22176: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Troll (1897-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troll' in the authors string.
O. Dragendorff: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dragend.' in the authors string.