Werauhia sanguinolenta
Bromeliad
Also known as: Tillandsia ingens Mez +4 more
- Tillandsia ingens Mez
- Tillandsia sanguinolenta (Cogn. & Marchal) Baker
- Vriesea alfarovii Mez
- Vriesea sanguinolenta Cogn. & Marchal
- Vriesea urbaniana Harms
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Bromeliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Werauhia sanguinolenta (commonly known as Bromeliad) is an epiphytic bromeliad within the Bromeliaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Panama, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii