Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
altsonii
ID:
432362

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 89: 7 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431694



Common Names

  • Guzmania altsonii
  • Altsonii Guzmania
  • Altsonii Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania altsonii (also called 'Guzmania', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is a tall, upright plant with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania altsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guzmania altsonii 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 altsonii 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 altsonii

Guzmania altsonii 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 altsonii FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Guzmania altsonii?

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

What type of soil is best for Guzmania altsonii?

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

How often should Guzmania altsonii be watered?

Guzmania altsonii 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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115069-2: 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].