Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
borinquensis
ID:
575760

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cedeño-Mald. & Proctor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 4: 113 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575092

Common Names

  • Tillandsia borinquensis
  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Air Plant

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Description

Tillandsia borinquensis (also called Puerto Rican airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pineapple family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia borinquensis is an ornamental plant that is often grown in gardens and containers. The leaves can be used to make tea and the flowers can be used as a garnish for salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia borinquensis has small, white flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia borinquensis 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 borinquensis

Tillandsia borinquensis is native to Puerto Rico.

Tillandsia borinquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia borinquensis?

Tillandsia borinquensis

What is the common name of Tillandsia borinquensis?

Borinquen Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia borinquensis?

Tillandsia borinquensis is native to Puerto Rico.

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

George Richardson Proctor (1920-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Proctor' in the authors string.
José Arnaldo Cedeño-Maldonado: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cedeño-Mald.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318698-2: 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].