Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
inkaterrae
ID:
1319934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gouda & C.Soto

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 46: 14 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332388



Common Names

  • Guzmania Inkaterrae
  • Guzmania
  • Inkaterrae


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Description

Guzmania inkaterrae (also called 'Inka Guzmania' and 'Inka', among many other common names) is a herb native to Peru. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, tropical forests and in disturbed areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania inkaterrae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guzmania inkaterrae has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania inkaterrae is an epiphytic plant that is propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Guzmania inkaterrae

Guzmania inkaterrae is native to Peru. It is found in the wild in the Inkaterra region of Peru.

Guzmania inkaterrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania inkaterrae?

Guzmania inkaterrae

What type of plant is Guzmania inkaterrae?

A bromeliad

Where does Guzmania inkaterrae grow?

It grows in Peru

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

Eric Gouda (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouda' in the authors string.
Carmen Soto (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Soto' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77117431-1: 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].