Bromheadia divaricata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
432604
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 155 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431936
Common Names
- Divaricata Bromheadia
- Divaricata Starcluster
- Divaricata Starburst
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia divaricata (also called Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a rosette of stiff, recurved leaves with a bright red, star-shaped flower in the center.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia divaricata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia divaricata is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia divaricata is a tropical bromeliad native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows best in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be fertilized every two to three months.
Where to Find Bromheadia divaricata
Bromheadia divaricata can be found in tropical forests in the Philippines and Indonesia.
Bromheadia divaricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia divaricata?
Bromheadia divaricata
What is the common name of Bromheadia divaricata?
Divaricate Bromheadia
Where is Bromheadia divaricata found?
Bromheadia divaricata is found in tropical areas 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-24748: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.