Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
morreniana
ID:
353595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 628 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000352927



Common Names

  • Catopsis morreniana
  • Morreniana Catopsis
  • Morren's Catopsis


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Description

Catopsis morreniana (also called Catopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows up to 1 m tall with lanceolate leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and grows in open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catopsis morreniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in aquariums to provide oxygen and to reduce nitrates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catopsis morreniana has small, white flowers with yellowish-green bracts. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catopsis morreniana is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Catopsis morreniana

Catopsis morreniana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Central and South America.

Catopsis morreniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catopsis morreniana?

Catopsis morreniana

What type of plant is Catopsis morreniana?

It is a species of bromeliad.

Where is Catopsis morreniana found?

It is found in Mexico.

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:50133-2: 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].