Bromheadia crassiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassiflora
ID:
432502
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 11: 149 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431834
Common Names
- Crassiflora Bromheadia
- Bromheadia crassiflora
- Crassiflora Bromheadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia crassiflora (also called Thick-flowered Bromheadia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of glossy, dark green leaves with red or yellow bracts. It grows in wet, shady forests and is often found growing on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia crassiflora is a popular houseplant and is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and offices. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia crassiflora is a bright red bract with yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are a few inches tall and have a single, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia crassiflora is an epiphytic bromeliad native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate. To cultivate, provide bright, indirect light and keep the soil moist but not soggy. To propagate, divide the offsets or use leaf cuttings. Place the cuttings in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and keep in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bromheadia crassiflora
Bromheadia crassiflora can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Bromheadia crassiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia crassiflora?
Bromheadia crassiflora
What is the common name of Bromheadia crassiflora?
Thick-flowered Bromheadia
What is the natural habitat of Bromheadia crassiflora?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Bromheadia genus
Bromheadia alticola, Bromheadia aporoides, Bromheadia borneensis, Bromheadia brevifolia, Bromheadia cecieliae, Bromheadia coomansii, Bromheadia crassiflora, Bromheadia devogelii, Bromheadia divaricata, Bromheadia ensifolia, Bromheadia falcifolia, Bromheadia finlaysoniana, Bromheadia gracilis, Bromheadia graminea, Bromheadia grandiflora, Bromheadia humilis, Bromheadia latifolia, Bromheadia lohaniensis, Bromheadia longifolia, Bromheadia pendek, Bromheadia pungens, Bromheadia robusta, Bromheadia rupestris, Bromheadia scirpoidea, Bromheadia srilankensis, Bromheadia tenuis, Bromheadia truncata, Bromheadia annamensis, Bromheadia benchaii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24746: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.