Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
chantinii
ID:
338206

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Carrière) Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Handb. Bromel. : 49 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337538

Common Names

  • Aechmea Chantinii
  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Urn Plant

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Synonyms

  • Aechmea chantinii chantinii [unknown]
  • Billbergia chantini Carrière [deprecated]

Description

Aechmea chantinii (also called Chantin's Aechmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and is found in humid forests and on rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Aechmea chantinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items. The plant has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It is also used in landscaping and is a popular choice for container gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aechmea chantinii var. chantinii
Aechmea chantinii var. fuchsii H.Luther

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aechmea chantinii is a bright pink color and is shaped like a funnel. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aechmea chantinii is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a low-growing plant with rosettes of arching, strap-like leaves. The leaves are green with silver stripes and have sharp spines along the edges. The plant produces bright pink or purple flowers in the summer. To cultivate Aechmea chantinii, plant it in a well-draining soil mix and water it regularly. Place the plant in a bright, sunny location. Propagate Aechmea chantinii by division or by seed.

Where to Find Aechmea chantinii

Aechmea chantinii is native to Brazil.

Aechmea chantinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aechmea chantinii?

Aechmea chantinii

What is the common name of Aechmea chantinii?

Chantin's Vase Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aechmea chantinii?

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:5385-2: 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].