Details of genus: Hohenbergia [2423]
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Family: Bromeliaceae
family_ja: パイナップル
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description_en: Genus of over 40 species of stemless, evergreen, terrestrial or epiphytic perennials (bromeliads) from scrub, rainforest, and rocky terrain up to altitudes of 1,600m (5,000ft) in South America and the West Indies. They produce rosettes of mainly triangular or strap-shaped leaves with spiny tips and margins, and unusually large sheaths. In summer, prominent scapes bear compound spikes of colourful, tubular flowers. Where temperatures fall below 15°C (59°F), grow as houseplants or in a warm greenhouse. In warmer regions, grow in a humid, moist area of the garden, or in containers or a raised bed.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
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propagation_en: Sow seed at 24°C (75°F) as soon as ripe. Divide offsets in spring or summer.
pests_en: Young growth is susceptible to scale insects.
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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41
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| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Bromeliaceae | パイナップル科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Bromeliaceae | パイナップル科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Bromeliaceae | パイナップル科 | Show |