Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme & L.Kollmann
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 70: 122 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023750
Common Names
- Neoregelia altocaririensis
- Altocaririensis Neoregelia
- Altocaririensis Regelia
Description
Neoregelia altocaririensis (also called Altocariri Neoregelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a rosette of leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Neoregelia altocaririensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, as an antiseptic, and as an insect repellent. It is also used in perfumery and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neoregelia altocaririensis are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neoregelia altocaririensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Neoregelia altocaririensis
Neoregelia altocaririensis is native to the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Neoregelia altocaririensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoregelia altocaririensis?
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What is the family of Neoregelia altocaririensis?
Bromeliaceae
Species in the Neoregelia genus
Neoregelia abendrothae,
Neoregelia alvimii,
Neoregelia amandae,
Neoregelia ampullacea,
Neoregelia angustibracteolata,
Neoregelia angustifolia,
Neoregelia atroviridifolia,
Neoregelia azevedoi,
Neoregelia bahiana,
Neoregelia binoti,
Neoregelia bragarum,
Neoregelia brevifolia,
Neoregelia brigadeirensis,
Neoregelia brownii,
Neoregelia burlemarxii,
Neoregelia camorimiana,
Neoregelia capixaba,
Neoregelia carcharodon,
Neoregelia carinata,
Neoregelia carolinae,
Neoregelia cathcartii,
Neoregelia chlorosticta,
Neoregelia coimbrae,
Neoregelia compacta,
Neoregelia concentrica,
Neoregelia coriacea,
Neoregelia correia-araujoi,
Neoregelia crispata,
Neoregelia cruenta,
Neoregelia cyanea,
Neoregelia diversifolia,
Neoregelia doeringiana,
Neoregelia dungsiana,
Neoregelia eltoniana,
Neoregelia farinosa,
Neoregelia fluminensis,
Neoregelia fosteriana,
Neoregelia gavionensis,
Neoregelia guttata,
Neoregelia hoehneana,
Neoregelia ibitipocensis,
Neoregelia indecora,
Neoregelia inexspectata,
Neoregelia johannis,
Neoregelia johnsoniae,
Neoregelia kautskyi,
Neoregelia kerryi,
Neoregelia kuhlmannii,
Neoregelia lactea,
Neoregelia laevis,
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:77216051-1: 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].