Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
andreettae
ID:
432377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rauh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 58: 46 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431709



Common Names

  • Andreettae Guzmania
  • Andreettae Starcluster
  • Andreettae Starburst


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Description

Guzmania andreettae (also called Scarlet Star, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, epiphytic shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows in humid forests, often in the understory of taller trees. The plant has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania andreettae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guzmania andreettae has bright orange flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania andreettae 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 andreettae

Guzmania andreettae is native to the humid tropical forests of Central and South America.

Guzmania andreettae FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Guzmania andreettae?

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

What type of soil is best for Guzmania andreettae?

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

How often should Guzmania andreettae be watered?

Guzmania andreettae 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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:277829-2: 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].