Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
alcantareoides
ID:
432353

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 43: 195 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431685



Common Names

  • Guzmania alcantareoides
  • Alcantareoides Guzmania
  • Alcantareoides Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania alcantareoides (also called Alcantara-like Guzmania, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in wet mountain forests and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania alcantareoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guzmania alcantareoides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania alcantareoides is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and quickest method of propagation. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Germination usually takes between two and four weeks.

Where to Find Guzmania alcantareoides

Guzmania alcantareoides is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the understory of tropical forests.

Guzmania alcantareoides FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Guzmania alcantareoides?

Guzmania alcantareoides prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Guzmania alcantareoides?

Guzmania alcantareoides prefers a soil that is well-draining and slightly acidic.

How often should Guzmania alcantareoides be watered?

Guzmania alcantareoides should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Guzmania genus

Guzmania acorifolia, Guzmania acuminata, Guzmania acutispica, Guzmania aequatorialis, Guzmania albescens, Guzmania alborosea, Guzmania alcantareoides, Guzmania alliodora, Guzmania altsonii, Guzmania amoena, Guzmania amplectens, Guzmania andreana, Guzmania andreettae, Guzmania angustifolia, Guzmania apiculata, Guzmania armeniaca, Guzmania asplundii, Guzmania atrocastanea, Guzmania attenuata, Guzmania bakeri, Guzmania bergii, Guzmania berteroana, Guzmania besseae, Guzmania betancurii, Guzmania bicolor, Guzmania bipartita, Guzmania blassii, Guzmania brackeana, Guzmania bracteosa, Guzmania brasiliensis, Guzmania breviscapa, Guzmania brevispatha, Guzmania butcheri, Guzmania cabrerae, Guzmania calamifolia, Guzmania calothyrsus, Guzmania candelabrum, Guzmania caricifolia, Guzmania cerrohoyaensis, Guzmania circinnata, Guzmania claviformis, Guzmania compacta, Guzmania condensata, Guzmania condorensis, Guzmania confinis, Guzmania confusa, Guzmania conifera, Guzmania coriostachya, Guzmania corniculata, Guzmania cuatrecasasii,

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

Harry E. Luther (1952-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Luther' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301729-2: 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].