Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ramosa
ID:
562293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) B.Holst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Fl. Venez. Guayana 3: 655 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561625



Common Names

  • Steyerbromelia ramosa
  • Branched Steyerbromelia
  • Branched Pineapple Plant


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Description

Steyerbromelia ramosa (also called 'Rambling Bromelia', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen succulent plant with long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and grows in rocky, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Steyerbromelia ramosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Steyerbromelia ramosa has yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steyerbromelia ramosa is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Steyerbromelia ramosa

Steyerbromelia ramosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Steyerbromelia ramosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steyerbromelia ramosa?

Steyerbromelia ramosa

What type of plant is Steyerbromelia ramosa?

It is a shrub

Where does Steyerbromelia ramosa grow?

It grows in Central and South America

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.
Bruce K. Holst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Holst' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1065817-2: 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].