Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
melanodonta
ID:
477605

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 126(1): 30 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476937



Common Names

  • Neoregelia
  • Melanodont Neoregelia
  • Melanodont Blushing Bromeliad


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Description

Neoregelia melanodonta (also called Black-Toothed Neoregelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found on trees, shrubs, and cacti.

Uses & Benefits

Neoregelia melanodonta is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in flower arrangements and as a filler in bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoregelia melanodonta has bright pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoregelia melanodonta is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial bromeliad that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division, which can be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a sandy, well-draining soil and kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Neoregelia melanodonta

Neoregelia melanodonta is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Atlantic Forest.

Neoregelia melanodonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoregelia melanodonta?

Neoregelia melanodonta

What is the common name of Neoregelia melanodonta?

Black-toothed bromeliad

What is the natural habitat of Neoregelia melanodonta?

Rainforest trees and rocks in Brazil

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

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:123593-1: 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].