Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
432729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilmartin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 16: 166 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432061



Common Names

  • Guzmania
  • Ecuadorean Star
  • Ecuadorean Star Bromeliad


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Description

Guzmania ecuadorensis (also called Ecuadorian 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 ecuadorensis 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 ecuadorensis 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 ecuadorensis 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 ecuadorensis

Guzmania ecuadorensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Guzmania ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania ecuadorensis?

Guzmania ecuadorensis

What is the common name of Guzmania ecuadorensis?

Ecuadorian guzmania

What type of plant is Guzmania ecuadorensis?

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

Amy Jean Gilmartin (1932-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilmartin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115127-2: 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].