Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
bakeri
ID:
432414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wittm.) Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 933 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431746



Common Names

  • Bakeri Guzmania
  • Bakeri Starcluster
  • Bakeri Starburst


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Description

Guzmania bakeri (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 bakeri is a popular houseplant and is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and offices. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Guzmania bakeri is a yellow-greenish, star-shaped flower. Seed: The seed of Guzmania bakeri is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Guzmania bakeri are small, thin, and yellow-greenish.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania bakeri is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Guzmania bakeri

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

Guzmania bakeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania bakeri?

Guzmania bakeri

What is the natural habitat of Guzmania bakeri?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the care requirements for Guzmania bakeri?

It requires bright, indirect light and regular watering to keep the soil moist

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115077-2: 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].