Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
338133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 2: 43 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337465

Common Names

  • Aechmea angustifolia
  • Narrow Leaf Grass
  • Narrow Leaf Weed

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Synonyms

  • Aechmea andradeae Gilmartin [deprecated]

Description

Aechmea angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Aechmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen perennial with narrow, sword-shaped leaves that are green and glossy on the top, and silver-white on the underside. It produces bright pink or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it is known to absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aechmea angustifolia has a bright yellow flower with a large, bright yellow bract. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea angustifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps of rhizomes in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a light, well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Aechmea angustifolia

Aechmea angustifolia can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Aechmea angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea angustifolia?

Aechmea angustifolia

What are the common names of Aechmea angustifolia?

Narrow-leaf Aechmea, Narrow-leaf Urn Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea angustifolia?

Tropical forests of South America

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:121543-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].