Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
arhiza
ID:
575006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 855 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574338

Common Names

  • Tillandsia ariza-juliae
  • Ariza-juliae Air Plant
  • Ariza-juliae Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia arhiza (also called 'Arhiza Air Plant', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rosette habit and grows to a height of 10-15 cm, with narrow, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia arhiza is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge, windbreak, or screen. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia arhiza has small, tubular flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The seeds are tiny and black in color, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia arhiza is a fast-growing, epiphytic plant, native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist, well-draining soil and keep the pot in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a pot filled with moist, well-draining soil. Keep the pot in a warm, sunny location and water regularly.

Where to Find Tillandsia arhiza

Tillandsia arhiza can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia arhiza FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia arhiza?

Tillandsia arhiza

What is the common name of Tillandsia arhiza?

Rooted Air Plant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia arhiza?

It is native to South America and is found in humid, tropical areas.

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253586-2: 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].