Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
winkleri
ID:
338681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reitz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Sellowia 26: 63 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338013



Common Names

  • Aechmea winkleri
  • Winkler's Aechmea
  • Aechmea


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Description

Aechmea woronowii (also called Woronow's Aechmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and has a rosette of stiff, arching, lance-shaped leaves with spiny margins. It produces clusters of yellow and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea winkleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aechmea winkleri has a yellow-orange flower with a blue center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea winkleri is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aechmea winkleri

Aechmea winkleri is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Aechmea winkleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea winkleri?

Aechmea winkleri

What is the common name of Aechmea winkleri?

Aechmea winkleri

What is the family of Aechmea winkleri?

Bromeliaceae

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Raulino Reitz (1919-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reitz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271781-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].