Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
sphaeroidea
ID:
433510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(André) André ex Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 942 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432842



Common Names

  • Guzmania sphaeroidea
  • Spherical Guzmania
  • Guzmania


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Description

Guzmania sphaeroidea (also called ‘Spharoid Guzmania’, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves with a glossy sheen and yellow undersides. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania sphaeroidea is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds, making it a great addition to any outdoor space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guzmania sphaeroidea is a bright red star-shaped bloom with yellow-tipped petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania sphaeroidea is a tropical evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant in a pot filled with moist, well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, humid location and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root in a few weeks and can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Guzmania sphaeroidea

Guzmania sphaeroidea can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

Guzmania sphaeroidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania sphaeroidea?

Guzmania sphaeroidea

What is the common name of Guzmania sphaeroidea?

Spherical Guzmania

What is the natural habitat of Guzmania sphaeroidea?

Tropical rainforests

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

Édouard André (1840-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'André' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115236-2: 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].