Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
433414

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther & W.J.Kress

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48: 93 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432746



Common Names

  • Guzmania scandens
  • Climbing Guzmania
  • Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania scandens (also called Scarlet Star, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania scandens is a popular houseplant due to its bright, colorful bracts and long-lasting blooms. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is known to be a low-maintenance plant and can be used to purify the air in a home or office.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guzmania scandens is a bright, yellow-orange, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania scandens is a tropical epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated by division of the offsets, or pups, which form around the base of the mother plant. It can also be propagated by seed, although this is a more difficult process. The plant should be grown in a light, airy position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Guzmania scandens

Guzmania scandens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Guzmania scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania scandens?

Guzmania scandens

What is the common name of Guzmania scandens?

Scandens Guzmania

What type of plant is Guzmania scandens?

Tropical epiphyte

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.
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304682-2: 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].