Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
bergiana
ID:
575570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Takiz. & Koide

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 50: 244 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574902

Common Names

  • Bergiana Tillandsia
  • Bergiana Airplant
  • Bergiana Wild Pine

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Description

Tillandsia bergiana (also called Berg's 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 is an epiphyte, growing on other plants, and can be found in tropical forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia bergiana 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 bergiana 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 bergiana 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 bergiana

Tillandsia bergiana can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia bergiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia bergiana?

Tillandsia bergiana

What is the common name of Tillandsia bergiana?

Berg's airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia bergiana?

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

Pamela Koide (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koide' in the authors string.
Hiroyuki Takizawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Takiz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1018827-1: 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].