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nakedstem livingvase
Scientific Name: Aechmea nudicaulis
Family: Bromeliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Aechmea nudicaulis
Also known as Nakedstem Livingvase, Aechmea nudicaulis is a fascinating plant belonging to the bromeliad family.
Considerations for Pets
- Information indicates this plant may not be safe for dogs.
Considerations for Children
- Information indicates this plant may not be safe for children.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Aechmea nudicaulis (L.) Griseb.
- Common Name: Nakedstem Livingvase
- Family: Bromeliaceae
- Kingdom: (Implied: Plantae, based on the context)
- Synonyms:
- Billbergia nudicaulis (L.) Lindl.
- Bromelia nudicaulis L.
Distribution and Habitat
- Aechmea nudicaulis is widespread in the Neotropics.
- Its range extends from southern Mexico and the Caribbean to southeastern Brazil.
- It can also be found in Lotusland, Montecito, California.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Aechmea nudicaulis is a perennial forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody, non-grass plant that lives for more than two years.
- It can also be considered an evergreen soft-wooded perennial, succulent, or epiphyte.
- It features light green, strap-shaped foliage.
- Its colorful flowers appear in mid to late Spring.
- Bracts are bright red and frame the multiple yellow flowers born on a red structure.
Cultivation
- Hardiness zones: 9b-13.
- Prefers warm low sun to dappled light.
- Requires soil that dries out between waterings.
- Avoid exposing to direct sunlight, which could damage the leaves.