Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
reitzii
ID:
605205

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme & And.Costa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 41: 196 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604537



Common Names

  • Reitzii Vriesea
  • Vriesea Reitzii
  • Reitzii Bromeliad


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Description

Vriesea reitzii (also called 'Reitz's Vriesea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in wet forests, often growing on trees. It has a rosette of arching, strap-shaped leaves that are green with reddish-brown spots and a central inflorescence with bright yellow bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Vriesea reitzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vriesea reitzii has a bright red flower with yellow and white markings. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vriesea reitzii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring, and division can be done in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Vriesea reitzii

Vriesea reitzii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Vriesea reitzii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Vriesea reitzii?

Vriesea reitzii prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the ideal light for Vriesea reitzii?

Vriesea reitzii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Vriesea reitzii be watered?

Vriesea reitzii 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.
Andrea Ferreira da Costa (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.F.Costa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304445-2: 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].