Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
bochilensis
ID:
575708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers ex Rauh & E.Gross

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 75: 30 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575040

Common Names

  • Tillandsia bochilensis
  • Bochil Airplant
  • Bochil Wild Pine

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Description

Tillandsia bochilensis (also called Bochil Air Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves with a smooth texture and is found in humid, sunny areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia bochilensis is used as an ornamental plant and for air purification. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia bochilensis has small, white, tubular flowers with purple stripes. Its seeds are tiny, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia bochilensis is an epiphytic plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Tillandsia bochilensis

Tillandsia bochilensis can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Tillandsia bochilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia bochilensis?

Tillandsia bochilensis

What is the common name of Tillandsia bochilensis?

Bochil Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia bochilensis?

Tillandsia bochilensis is native to Mexico.

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.
Elvira Angela Gross (1954-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Gross' in the authors string.
Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:958338-1: 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].