Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
bergerii
ID:
575559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 254 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574891

Common Names

  • Bergerii Tillandsia
  • Bergerii Airplant
  • Bergerii Wild Pine

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Description

Tillandsia bergerii (also called Berger's Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia bergerii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia bergerii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate with thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia bergerii is a tropical epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Tillandsia bergerii

Tillandsia bergerii can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia bergerii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia bergerii?

Tillandsia bergerii

What is the common name of Tillandsia bergerii?

Berger's airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia bergerii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America.

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

IPNI record: 124877-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001419445
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-268624: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.