Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
filifera
ID:
502096

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 1: 58 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501428



Common Names

  • Portea Filifera
  • Thread-Leaf Portea
  • Thread-Leaf Leaf


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Description

Portea filifera (also called 'Hairy-leaved Portea' or 'Hairy-leaved Bird's-nest', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is an epiphytic plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is often found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Portea filifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Portea filifera is white and small, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Portea filifera is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone. They should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until rooted.

Where to Find Portea filifera

Portea filifera is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in these regions, as well as in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in tropical plants.

Portea filifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Portea filifera?

Portea filifera

What is the common name of Portea filifera?

Hairy-leaved Portea

Where is Portea filifera native to?

Brazil

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:208480-2: 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].