Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
baptistana
ID:
916799

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.N.Gonç. & Azevêdo-Gonç.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 353 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916134

Common Names

  • Baptistana Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia Baptistana
  • Baptistana Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia baptistana (also called Baptist's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is an epiphyte, up to 30 cm tall, native to Mexico. It is found in moist forests, at altitudes of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia baptistana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to control soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia baptistana is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia baptistana is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, sandy soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Tillandsia baptistana

Tillandsia baptistana is native to Brazil and can be found in wetland areas.

Tillandsia baptistana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia baptistana?

Tillandsia baptistana

What is the common name of Tillandsia baptistana?

Baptistana Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia baptistana?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Christiane F. Azevêdo-Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Azevêdo-Gonç.' in the authors string.
César Neubert Gonçalves (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Gonç.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77105243-1: 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].