Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A herbaceous shrub with a rosette growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves are green with longitude creamy-white strips, and spineless. |
| Flowers | Flower stalk emerges from the center of the rosette. Flower bracts are pinkish red in color. |
| Cultivation | Plants do well in bright indirect light, so it's suitable to keep the plant indoor by the window. Fill the center cup with water and do not let it dry out. Plants do well in well-drained porous potting medium. Avoid the heat of the day when water the plants. |
| Etymology | Genus name Guzmania is named for Anastasio Guzmán, an 18th century Spanish naturalist. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, White |
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Pink, Red |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Location | Terminal |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 29772 |
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| Species ID | 4081 |
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