Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
subternata
ID:
605335

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassl.) Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Taxon 16: 321. 1967

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604667



Common Names

  • Cienfuegosia subternata
  • Subternata Cienfuegosia
  • Subternata Cienfuegosia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cienfuegosia heterophylla subternata Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Cienfuegosia subternata (also called Subternate Cienfuegosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and other parts of Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cienfuegosia subternata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cienfuegosia subternata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cienfuegosia subternata is a terrestrial bromeliad native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or planted in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not waterlogged. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Cienfuegosia subternata

Cienfuegosia subternata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cienfuegosia subternata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cienfuegosia subternata?

Cienfuegosia subternata

What is the common name of Cienfuegosia subternata?

Subternate Cienfuegosia

How large can Cienfuegosia subternata grow?

Cienfuegosia subternata can grow up to 1.5 feet in height.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2720905: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.