Brocchinia hechtioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hechtioides
ID:
342450
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 414 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341782
Common Names
- Hecht's Brocchinia
- Hecht's Palm
- Hecht's Brocchinia Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brocchinia hechtioides (also called Pitcairnia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thick, fleshy stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brocchinia hechtioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for animals. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brocchinia hechtioides is a white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brocchinia hechtioides is a terrestrial bromeliad that is native to the rainforests of South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees and rocks. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Brocchinia hechtioides
Brocchinia hechtioides can be found in Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia.
Brocchinia hechtioides FAQ
What is the common name of Brocchinia hechtioides?
Hechtioides Brocchinia
What is the natural habitat of Brocchinia hechtioides?
Tepuis in Venezuela and Guyana
What is the size of Brocchinia hechtioides?
It can reach up to 1 meter in height
Species in the Brocchinia genus
Brocchinia acuminata, Brocchinia amazonica, Brocchinia cataractarum, Brocchinia cowanii, Brocchinia delicatula, Brocchinia gilmartiniae, Brocchinia hechtioides, Brocchinia hitchcockii, Brocchinia maguirei, Brocchinia melanacra, Brocchinia micrantha, Brocchinia paniculata, Brocchinia prismatica, Brocchinia reducta, Brocchinia rupestris, Brocchinia steyermarkii, Brocchinia tatei, Brocchinia vestita, Brocchinia wurdackiana, Brocchinia pygmaea, Brocchinia uaipanensis,
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
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:36668-2: 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].