Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
biflora
ID:
338160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) L.B.Sm. & M.A.Spencer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 96 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337492

Common Names

  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Urn Plant
  • Flaming Sword

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Description

Aechmea biflora (also called Two-flowered 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 long, 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 biflora 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

The flower of Aechmea biflora is a bright yellow-orange color and is tubular in shape. The seed of this plant is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings of this plant are small, dark green, and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea biflora is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by removing offsets from the mother plant. The offsets should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Aechmea biflora

Aechmea biflora is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Aechmea biflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea biflora?

Aechmea biflora

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea biflora?

Aechmea biflora is native to Brazil.

What is the flower color of Aechmea biflora?

The flowers of Aechmea biflora are pink.

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Michael A. Spencer (1956-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Spencer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963777-1: 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].