Bromheadia gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
432779
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kruiz. & de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 8: 104 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432111
Common Names
- Bromheadia
- Gracilis Star
- Gracilis Star Bromeliad
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia gracilis (also called Slender Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland rainforests. It has a rosette of leaves that are lanceolate in shape and a yellow flower spike.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia gracilis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia gracilis is yellow and tubular. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia gracilis is a tropical epiphyte native to South America. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Bromheadia gracilis
Bromheadia gracilis is native to Southeast Asia, specifically Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Bromheadia gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia gracilis?
Bromheadia gracilis
What type of plant is Bromheadia gracilis?
Tropical bromeliad
What are the common names of Bromheadia gracilis?
Graceful bromheadia
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-24753: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
J. Kruizinga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruiz.' in the authors string.