Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
bongarana
ID:
575750

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 30 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575082

Common Names

  • Tillandsia bongarana
  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Air Plant

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Description

Tillandsia bongarana (also called 'Bongarana Air Plant', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rosette habit and grows to a height of 10-15 cm, with narrow, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia bongarana 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 bongarana 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 bongarana 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 bongarana

Tillandsia bongarana is native to Colombia and Venezuela.

Tillandsia bongarana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia bongarana?

Tillandsia bongarana

What is the common name of Tillandsia bongarana?

Bongarana Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia bongarana?

Tillandsia bongarana is native to 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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253630-2: 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].