Tillandsia cardenasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cardenasii
ID:
576598
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 70: 154 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575930
Common Names
- Cardenasii Air Plant
- Cardenasii Tillandsia
- Tillandsia Cardenasii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia cardenasii (also called Cardenas' 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, meaning it grows on other plants, typically trees, and does not require soil to survive.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia cardenasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia cardenasii has a small, yellowish-green flower with a yellowish-green ovary. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia cardenasii is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Central America. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is usually done by division of the plant or by seed. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Tillandsia cardenasii
Tillandsia cardenasii can be found in Mexico.
Tillandsia cardenasii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia cardenasii?
Tillandsia cardenasii is native to Mexico.
What is the size of Tillandsia cardenasii?
Tillandsia cardenasii is a small plant, typically growing to a height of 5-10 cm.
What is the flowering season of Tillandsia cardenasii?
Tillandsia cardenasii typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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:124948-1: 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].