Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 923 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432057
Common Names
- Guzmania
- Scarlet Star
- Scarlet Star Bromeliad
Description
Guzmania dussii (also called Duss' Guzmania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in tropical moist montane forests, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Guzmania dussii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guzmania dussii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guzmania dussii is a tropical epiphytic plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, it should be grown in a bright, humid environment with temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Guzmania dussii
Guzmania dussii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Guzmania dussii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guzmania dussii?
Guzmania dussii
What is the common name of Guzmania dussii?
Duss' guzmania
What type of plant is Guzmania dussii?
Tropical bromeliad
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115126-2: 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].