Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
guadelupensis
ID:
607542

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) J.R.Grant

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 79: 255 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000606874

Common Names

  • Guadeloupe Werauhia
  • Guadeloupe Orchid
  • Guadeloupe Plant

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Synonyms

  • Vriesea guadelupensis (Baker) Mez [valid]

Description

Werauhia guadelupensis (also called 'Guadeloupe Werauhia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in the understory of moist, evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Werauhia guadelupensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Werauhia guadelupensis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Werauhia guadelupensis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial vine that can reach lengths of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be about 6 inches long and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings begin to root.

Where to Find Werauhia guadelupensis

Werauhia guadelupensis is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in the rainforests of the area.

Werauhia guadelupensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Werauhia guadelupensis?

Werauhia guadelupensis

What is the family of Werauhia guadelupensis?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Werauhia guadelupensis?

Guadelupensis Werauhia

Species in the Werauhia genus

Werauhia acuminata, Werauhia ampla, Werauhia apiculata, Werauhia attenuata, Werauhia balanophora, Werauhia barii, Werauhia bicolor, Werauhia bracteosa, Werauhia broadwayi, Werauhia brunei, Werauhia burgeri, Werauhia camptoclada, Werauhia capitata, Werauhia comata, Werauhia cowellii, Werauhia dalstroemii, Werauhia diantha, Werauhia dodsonii, Werauhia dressleri, Werauhia gibba, Werauhia gigantea, Werauhia gladioliflora, Werauhia graminifolia, Werauhia guadelupensis, Werauhia haberi, Werauhia hainesiorum, Werauhia haltonii, Werauhia haplostachya, Werauhia hygrometrica, Werauhia insignis, Werauhia jenii, Werauhia kathyae, Werauhia kupperiana, Werauhia latissima, Werauhia laxa, Werauhia leucophylla, Werauhia luis-gomezii, Werauhia lyman-smithii, Werauhia macrantha, Werauhia marnier-lapostollei, Werauhia millennia, Werauhia moralesii, Werauhia nocturna, Werauhia notata, Werauhia nutans, Werauhia ochracea, Werauhia orjuelae, Werauhia ororiensis, Werauhia osaensis, Werauhia panamaensis,

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.
Jason Randall Grant (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Grant' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:989980-1: 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].