Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
502150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 53: 115 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501482



Common Names

  • Portea Nana
  • Dwarf Portea
  • Dwarf Leaf


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Description

Portea nana (also called Dwarf Portea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin leaves and bright pink flowers. It is native to southeastern Brazil and typically grows in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Portea nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Portea nana has white to pinkish flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Portea nana are small, black and round. Seedlings: Portea nana seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Portea nana is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Portea nana

Portea nana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Portea nana FAQ

What are the light requirements for Portea nana?

Portea nana prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil should Portea nana be planted in?

Portea nana should be planted in a well-draining, acidic soil.

How often should Portea nana be watered?

Portea nana should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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.
Harry E. Luther (1952-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Luther' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70029364-1: 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].