Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
vazquezii
ID:
1328924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Prieto & Cires

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 148: 982 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341378



Common Names

  • Rivasmartinezia vazquezii
  • Vazquezii Rivasmartinezia
  • Rivasmartinezia


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Description

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii (also called Vazquez's Rivasmartinezia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is best to use a nutrient-rich substrate and keep the plant moist but not soggy. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity.

Where to Find Rivasmartinezia vazquezii

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii is native to the tropical forests of Mexico.

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rivasmartinezia vazquezii?

Rivasmartinezia vazquezii

What is the common name of Rivasmartinezia vazquezii?

Vazquez's Rivasmartinezia

What is the natural habitat of Rivasmartinezia vazquezii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Rivasmartinezia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

José Antonio Fernández Prieto (1950-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Prieto' in the authors string.
Eduardo Cires (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cires' in the authors string.