Wittrockia

Taxobox
name = "Wittrockia"
regnum = Plantae
divisio = Magnoliophyta
classis = Liliopsida
ordo = Poales
familia = Bromeliaceae
subfamilia = Bromelioideae
genus = "Wittrockia"
subdivision_ranks = Species
subdivision =
*"Wittrockia cyathiformis"
*"Wittrockia gigantea"
*"Wittrockia paulistana"
*"Wittrockia spiralipetala"
*"Wittrockia superba"
*"Wittrockia smithii"
*"Wittrockia tenuisepala"

"Wittrockia" is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. Consisting of only seven species, these plants are native to Central and South America. Their attractive foliage has made them popular in cultivation.

Description

"Wittrockia" is large among bromeliad genera, producing long, glossy leaves armed with sharp spines. Forming rosettes over 1 meter in diameter, the foliage may contain various colors of spots and banding, depending on species. Their inflorescence blooms deep in the vase where the plant catches water. They are adaptable to varying climates and light exposure.

Links

* [http://fcbs.org/pictures/Wittrockia.htm Florida Council of Bromeliad Societies - Wittrockia Photos]
* [http://bsi.org/brom_info/gallery/Wittrockia/index.html Bromeliad Society International Photos]