Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
stenostachya
ID:
433552

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 117: 9 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432884



Common Names

  • Guzmania stenostachya
  • Stenostachya Guzmania
  • Stenostachya Bromeliad


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Description

Guzmania stenostachya (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. It is found in wet forests, often growing on trees, and sometimes in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania stenostachya is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Guzmania stenostachya are white or pinkish-white in color. They have five petals and are arranged in a star-like shape. Seeds: The seeds of Guzmania stenostachya are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Guzmania stenostachya are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania stenostachya is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Guzmania stenostachya

Guzmania stenostachya is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Guzmania stenostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guzmania stenostachya?

Guzmania stenostachya

What is the common name of Guzmania stenostachya?

Narrow-spiked Guzmania

What is the natural habitat of Guzmania stenostachya?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:115241-2: 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].