Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
cyanea
ID:
477475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Beer) L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 124: 9 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476807



Common Names

  • Neoregelia cyanea
  • Cyanea Neoregelia
  • Blue Neoregelia


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Synonyms

  • Bromelia angustifolia Baker [unknown]

Description

Neoregelia cyanea (also called Blue Neoregelia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Brazil. It has a rosette of leaves and grows to a height of 30-60 cm. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neoregelia cyanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoregelia cyanea has a bright blue flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoregelia cyanea is a slow-growing, terrestrial bromeliad that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Neoregelia cyanea

Neoregelia cyanea is native to Brazil.

Neoregelia cyanea FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Neoregelia cyanea?

Neoregelia cyanea prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light exposure for Neoregelia cyanea?

Neoregelia cyanea prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity for Neoregelia cyanea?

Neoregelia cyanea prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.

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

Johann Georg Beer (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beer' in the authors string.
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:169011-2: 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].