Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pierre-braunii
ID:
1592965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esteves

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2017(2): 83 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047861



Common Names

  • Encholirium pierre-braunii
  • Pierre-braunii Encholirium
  • Pierre-braunii's Bromeliad


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Description

Encholirium pierre-braunii (also called Pierre-Braun's Encholirium, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Encholirium pierre-braunii is used as an ornamental plant due to its unique, eye-catching appearance. It is also used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encholirium pierre-braunii has a bright yellow flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encholirium pierre-braunii is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Encholirium pierre-braunii

Encholirium pierre-braunii can be found in South America.

Encholirium pierre-braunii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Encholirium pierre-braunii?

Encholirium pierre-braunii is native to Brazil.

What is the size of Encholirium pierre-braunii?

Encholirium pierre-braunii can grow up to 12 inches in height.

What is the color of Encholirium pierre-braunii?

Encholirium pierre-braunii has bright yellow flowers.

Species in the Encholirium genus

Encholirium belemii, Encholirium brachypodum, Encholirium bradeanum, Encholirium eddie-estevesii, Encholirium erectiflorum, Encholirium gracile, Encholirium heloisae, Encholirium horridum, Encholirium irwinii, Encholirium longiflorum, Encholirium luxor, Encholirium lymanianum, Encholirium magalhaesii, Encholirium maximum, Encholirium pedicellatum, Encholirium reflexum, Encholirium scrutor, Encholirium spectabile, Encholirium subsecundum, Encholirium vogelii, Encholirium biflorum, Encholirium disjunctum, Encholirium ctenophyllum, Encholirium ascendens, Encholirium agavoides, Encholirium viridicentrum, Encholirium diamantinum, Encholirium fragae, Encholirium kranzianum, Encholirium pulchrum, Encholirium bracteatum, Encholirium avacanoeirum, Encholirium nibertii, Encholirium oreadicum, Encholirium viride, Encholirium pierre-braunii, Encholirium anteroi,

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165333-1: 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].