Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
balsasensis
ID:
575381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rauh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Abh. Auslandsk., Reihe C, Naturwiss. 61(18): 5 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574713

Common Names

  • Balsas Air Plant
  • Balsas Tillandsia
  • Balsas Bromeliad

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Description

Tillandsia balsasensis (also called Balsas airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia balsasensis is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia balsasensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia balsasensis is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.

Where to Find Tillandsia balsasensis

Tillandsia balsasensis is native to the Mexican state of Michoacán.

Tillandsia balsasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia balsasensis?

Tillandsia balsasensis

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia balsasensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the average size of Tillandsia balsasensis?

2-4 m in height

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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253610-2: 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].