Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
inexpectata
ID:
432833

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 44: 30 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432165



Common Names

  • Guzmania Inexpectata
  • Inexpectata Guzmania
  • Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania inexpectata (also called Unexpected 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 inexpectata 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

Guzmania inexpectata has bright red flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania inexpectata is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat, and can be grown in full sun in cooler climates. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Guzmania inexpectata

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

Guzmania inexpectata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Guzmania inexpectata?

Guzmania inexpectata prefers temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Guzmania inexpectata?

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

How much light does Guzmania inexpectata need?

Guzmania inexpectata 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:976569-1: 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].