Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
breviscapa
ID:
432484

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 19: 220 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431816



Common Names

  • Breviscapa Guzmania
  • Guzmania breviscapa
  • Breviscapa Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania breviscapa (also called Short-headed Guzmania, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of glossy, dark green leaves with red or yellow bracts. It grows in wet, shady forests and is often found growing on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania breviscapa 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

The flower of Guzmania breviscapa is a bright red bract with yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are a few inches tall and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania breviscapa is an epiphytic bromeliad native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate. To cultivate, provide bright, indirect light and keep the soil moist but not soggy. To propagate, divide the offsets or use leaf cuttings. Place the cuttings in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and keep in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guzmania breviscapa

Guzmania breviscapa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Guzmania breviscapa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania breviscapa?

Guzmania breviscapa

What is the common name of Guzmania breviscapa?

Short-Scaped Guzmania

Where is Guzmania breviscapa found?

Guzmania breviscapa is found in tropical areas of Central and South America

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:317870-2: 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].