Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bogotensis
ID:
974883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Candollea 11: 247 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000974221



Common Names

  • Gomphichis bogotensis
  • Bogotensis Gomphichis
  • Gomphichis bogotensis


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Description

Gomphichis bogotensis (also called Bogotá Gomphichis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Colombia, and is found in the tropical and subtropical moist montane forests habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphichis bogotensis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gomphichis bogotensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphichis bogotensis is a perennial herb that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Gomphichis bogotensis

Gomphichis bogotensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia, Goiás, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo.

Species in the Gomphichis genus

Gomphichis adnata, Gomphichis alba, Gomphichis altissima, Gomphichis bogotensis, Gomphichis caucana, Gomphichis cladotricha, Gomphichis crassilabia, Gomphichis cundinamarcae, Gomphichis goodyeroides, Gomphichis gracilis, Gomphichis hetaerioides, Gomphichis koehleri, Gomphichis lancipetala, Gomphichis longifolia, Gomphichis longiscapa, Gomphichis macbridei, Gomphichis plantaginea, Gomphichis plantaginifolia, Gomphichis scaposa, Gomphichis steyermarkii, Gomphichis traceyae, Gomphichis valida, Gomphichis viscosa, Gomphichis huilaensis, Gomphichis schneideri, Gomphichis epiphytica, Gomphichis renziana, Gomphichis pseudogoodyeroides, Gomphichis salamancae, Gomphichis carlos-parrae, Gomphichis magnicallosa, Gomphichis fernandezii, Gomphichis jaramilloi, Gomphichis monstruosa, Gomphichis lozanoi,

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-91383: Based on the initial data import
Jany Renz (1907-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renz' in the authors string.