Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
hollinensis
ID:
432829

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 42: 168 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432161



Common Names

  • Hollinensis Guzmania
  • Hollinensis Star
  • Hollinensis Bromeliad


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Description

Guzmania hollinensis (also called Hollin's Guzmania, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a rosette of leaves and a tall flower spike. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests, rainforests, and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania hollinensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guzmania hollinensis is yellow and tubular. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania hollinensis is a tropical epiphyte native to South America. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Guzmania hollinensis

Guzmania hollinensis can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Guzmania hollinensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Guzmania hollinensis?

Guzmania hollinensis prefers temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Guzmania hollinensis?

Guzmania hollinensis prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil.

How much light does Guzmania hollinensis need?

Guzmania hollinensis prefers bright, indirect light.

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:976567-1: 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].