Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
petropolitana
ID:
477645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 45: 199 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476977



Common Names

  • Petropolitana Neoregelia
  • Petropolitana Bromeliad
  • Petropolitana Urn Plant


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Description

Neoregelia petropolitana (also called Petropolis 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 petropolitana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It is also used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is known for its colorful foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neoregelia petropolitana is pink and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoregelia petropolitana is a small, slow-growing bromeliad that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry and fertilize it every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Neoregelia petropolitana

Neoregelia petropolitana is native to Brazil and can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Neoregelia petropolitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoregelia petropolitana?

Neoregelia petropolitana

What is the common name of Neoregelia petropolitana?

Petropolitana Neoregelia

What is the natural habitat of Neoregelia petropolitana?

Neoregelia petropolitana is native to Brazil and can be found in humid forests and savannas

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

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301390-2: 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].