Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
verecunda
ID:
433744

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 4: 366 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433076



Common Names

  • Guzmania
  • Verecunda
  • Guzmania verecunda


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Synonyms

  • Mezobromelia verecunda (L.B.Sm.) Gouda [valid]

Description

Guzmania verecunda (also called 'Scarlet Star' and 'Flaming Sword', 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 typically found in tropical rainforests and moist deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guzmania verecunda is an ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant in homes and gardens. It is known for its long flowering period and its vibrant colors. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties, as it helps to reduce the levels of pollutants in the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guzmania verecunda has small yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guzmania verecunda is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Guzmania verecunda

Guzmania verecunda is native to tropical regions of South America.

Guzmania verecunda FAQ

What is the common name of Guzmania verecunda?

Verecund Guzmania

What is the scientific name of Guzmania verecunda?

Guzmania verecunda

What is the natural habitat of Guzmania verecunda?

Tropical rainforests 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:115260-2: 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].