Bromheadia pungens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
433383
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 32: 340 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432715
Common Names
- Bromheadia pungens
- Pungent Bromheadia
- Bromheadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia pungens (also called Pungent 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 moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia pungens is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia pungens is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia pungens is a tropical epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated by division of the offsets, or pups, which form around the base of the mother plant. It can also be propagated by seed, although this is a more difficult process. The plant should be grown in a light, airy position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Bromheadia pungens
Bromheadia pungens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Bromheadia pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia pungens?
Bromheadia pungens
What is the common name of Bromheadia pungens?
Pungent Bromheadia
What type of plant is Bromheadia pungens?
Tropical epiphyte
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-24765: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.