Species:
undulatobracteata
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rauh) Rauh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 41: 24 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433032
Common Names
- Guzmania Undulatobracteata
- Undulatobracteata Guzmania
- Undulatobracteata-Leaf Guzmania
Description
Guzmania undulatobracteata (also called 'Undulate Bract Guzmania', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Guzmania undulatobracteata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guzmania undulatobracteata is a yellow to orange, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guzmania undulatobracteata can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Guzmania undulatobracteata
Guzmania undulatobracteata can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.
Guzmania undulatobracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guzmania undulatobracteata?
Guzmania undulatobracteata
What type of plant is Guzmania undulatobracteata?
It is a flowering plant.
Where does Guzmania undulatobracteata grow?
It is native to 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962427-1: 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].