bromeliabromelia
genusgenusStriking tropical plants characterized by their rosette-forming leaves arranged in a star pattern, often displaying vibrant colors and distinctive patterns. These hardy plants can grow both on the ground and attached to other surfaces, with their leaves typically forming small pools that collect water and nutrients.
Etymology
The genus name 'Bromelia' honors the Swedish botanist Olof Bromelius (1639-1705), who studied medicinal plants and whose work influenced the classification of this fascinating plant family.
Interesting fact!
The leaves are arranged in a unique spiral pattern that creates a natural reservoir, forming a miniature ecosystem that provides shelter and water for various small creatures in their natural habitat.
All species of Bromelia
bromeliaAntiacantha
False gravatá, Spiny bromeliad, Thorny bromeliad.
bromeliaSerra
Saw bromeliad, Sawtooth bromeliad, Serra bromeliad.
bromeliaLaciniosa
Wild pineapple, Star bromeliad, Lace bromeliad.
bromeliaHumilis
Dwarf bromeliad, Miniature bromeliad, Humble bromeliad.
bromeliaBalansae
Heart of flame, Ground bromeliad, Hardy bromeliad.
bromeliaKaratas
Earth star bromeliad, Ground star, Mexican pinguin.
bromeliaPinguin
Wild pineapple, Pinguin bromeliad, Caribbean barrier plant.
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