Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
576767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez & Wercklé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 5: 100 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576099

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Cauliflora
  • Cauliflorous Airplant
  • Cauliflorous Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and grows in open woodlands, dry forests, and rocky outcrops. It has a rosette of grey-green leaves and produces a single, large, pink-purple flower spike.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia cauliflora is a popular ornamental plant, prized for its bright pink flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia cauliflora is small and white. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia cauliflora 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. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate, it should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Tillandsia cauliflora

Tillandsia cauliflora can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.

Tillandsia cauliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia cauliflora?

Tillandsia cauliflora

What is the common name of Tillandsia cauliflora?

Cauliflower Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia cauliflora?

Tropical rainforests

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
Karl Wercklé (1860-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wercklé' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253690-2: 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].