Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
342121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sims) Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 13: t. 1068 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341453



Common Names

  • Billbergia pyramidalis
  • Pyramidal Billbergia
  • Towering Torch


Searching for Billbergia pyramidalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Billbergia pyramidalis croyana (Lem.) André [unknown]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis farinosa K.Koch in Baker [unknown]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis zonata (de Vriese) André [unknown]
  • Billbergia thyrsoidea fastuosa André [unknown]
  • Billbergia thyrsoidea splendida (Lem.) André [unknown]
  • Billbergia thyrsoides De Jonghe [unknown]
  • Billbergia thyrsoidea mibiato-rosea (Lem.) E.Morren [unknown]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis pyramidalis [unknown]
  • Billbergia croyiana De Jongh ex Lem. [unknown]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis croyana É.Morren [valid]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis farinosa É.Morren [valid]
  • Billbergia pyramidalis zonata (de Vriese) É.Morren [valid]
  • Billbergia thyrsoidea fastuosa Regel [valid]
  • Billbergia thyrsoidea splendida (Lem.) É.Morren [valid]

Description

Billbergia pyramidalis (also called Pyramidal Billbergia, 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

Billbergia pyramidalis is a popular houseplant and is used for its ornamental value. It is also used in landscaping and as a container plant. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Billbergia pyramidalis is a bright pink with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are slender and upright.

Searching for Billbergia pyramidalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Billbergia pyramidalis 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 Billbergia pyramidalis

Billbergia pyramidalis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Billbergia pyramidalis FAQ

What is the common name of Billbergia pyramidalis?

Pyramidal Billbergia

What is the natural habitat of Billbergia pyramidalis?

Tropical regions of South America

What are the care requirements for Billbergia pyramidalis?

Bright, indirect light; moderate to high humidity; and well-draining soil

Species in the Billbergia genus

Billbergia acreana, Billbergia alfonsi-joannis, Billbergia amoena, Billbergia brachysiphon, Billbergia bradeana, Billbergia brasiliensis, Billbergia buchholtzii, Billbergia cardenasii, Billbergia castelensis, Billbergia chlorantha, Billbergia chlorostica, Billbergia claudioi, Billbergia cylindrostachya, Billbergia dasilvae, Billbergia decora, Billbergia distachya, Billbergia domingosmartinsis, Billbergia eloiseae, Billbergia euphemiae, Billbergia formosa, Billbergia horrida, Billbergia incarnata, Billbergia iridifolia, Billbergia issingiana, Billbergia jandebrabanderi, Billbergia kautskyana, Billbergia laxiflora, Billbergia leptopoda, Billbergia lietzei, Billbergia lymanii, Billbergia macracantha, Billbergia macrocalyx, Billbergia macrolepis, Billbergia magnifica, Billbergia manarae, Billbergia meyeri, Billbergia microlepis, Billbergia minarum, Billbergia morelii, Billbergia nana, Billbergia nutans, Billbergia oxysepala, Billbergia pallidiflora, Billbergia pohliana, Billbergia porteana, Billbergia pyramidalis, Billbergia reichardtii, Billbergia robert-readii, Billbergia rosea, Billbergia rubicunda,

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:122179-1: 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].