Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
antillana
ID:
574815

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 282 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574147

Common Names

  • Antillean Air Plant
  • Tillandsia Antillana
  • Tillandsia Antillana Air Plant

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Description

Tillandsia antillana (also called Antillean airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to the Caribbean. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia antillana can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens or as a houseplant. It is also a great choice for attracting butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia antillana is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia antillana is an epiphytic plant that grows best in bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tillandsia antillana

Tillandsia antillana is native to the tropical forests of the Caribbean.

Tillandsia antillana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia antillana?

Tillandsia antillana

What are the common names of Tillandsia antillana?

Antillean airplant, antillean tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia antillana?

It is native to the Caribbean

Species in the Tillandsia genus

Tillandsia abbreviata, Tillandsia abdita, Tillandsia achyrostachys, Tillandsia acuminata, Tillandsia adamsii, Tillandsia adpressiflora, Tillandsia aequatorialis, Tillandsia aeranthos, Tillandsia afonsoana, Tillandsia aguascalientensis, Tillandsia aizoides, Tillandsia albertiana, Tillandsia albida, Tillandsia alfredo-lauii, Tillandsia alvareziae, Tillandsia andicola, Tillandsia andreana, Tillandsia andrieuxii, Tillandsia angulosa, Tillandsia antillana, Tillandsia araujei, Tillandsia archeri, Tillandsia arenicola, Tillandsia arequitae, Tillandsia argentea, Tillandsia argentina, Tillandsia arhiza, Tillandsia ariza-juliae, Tillandsia atenangoensis, Tillandsia atroviolacea, Tillandsia atroviridipetala, Tillandsia aurea, Tillandsia australis, Tillandsia bagua-grandensis, Tillandsia baileyi, Tillandsia bakiorum, Tillandsia balbisiana, Tillandsia baliophylla, Tillandsia balsasensis, Tillandsia bandensis, Tillandsia barbeyana, Tillandsia barclayana, Tillandsia barrosoae, Tillandsia barthlottii, Tillandsia bartramii, Tillandsia bella, Tillandsia belloensis, Tillandsia bergerii, Tillandsia bergiana, Tillandsia bermejoensis,

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253571-2: 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].