Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
leuzingerae
ID:
1592986

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leme) Leme, S.Heller & Zizka

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 318: 70 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047880



Common Names

  • Rokautskyia leuzingerae
  • Leuzingerae Rokautskyia
  • Leuzingerae's Bromeliad


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Description

Rokautskyia leuzingerae (also called Leuzinger's Rokautskyia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rokautskyia leuzingerae is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and homes. It is known for its bright and colorful foliage, and is often used to add a splash of color to any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants and toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rokautskyia leuzingerae has a bright orange flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rokautskyia leuzingerae is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Rokautskyia leuzingerae

Rokautskyia leuzingerae is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and São Paulo.

Rokautskyia leuzingerae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rokautskyia leuzingerae?

Rokautskyia leuzingerae is native to Brazil.

What is the size of Rokautskyia leuzingerae?

Rokautskyia leuzingerae can grow up to 10 inches in height.

What is the color of Rokautskyia leuzingerae?

Rokautskyia leuzingerae has bright pink flowers.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77176556-1: 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].