Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
chalcatzingensis
ID:
1331252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gonz.-Rocha, Cerros, López-Ferr. & Espejo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 227: 183 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343706

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Chalcatzingensis
  • Chalcatzing Tillandsia
  • Chalcatzingensis Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis (also called Chalcatzingo Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and place in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and in a bright location.

Where to Find Tillandsia chalcatzingensis

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico.

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia chalcatzingensis?

Tillandsia chalcatzingensis

What is the common name of Tillandsia chalcatzingensis?

Chalcatzingensis Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia chalcatzingensis?

Tropical moist forests

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

Mario Adolfo Espejo Serna (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Espejo' in the authors string.
Ana Rosa López-Ferrari (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'López-Ferr.' in the authors string.
Edith González-Rocha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gonz.-Rocha' in the authors string.
Rosa Cerros-Tlatilpa (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cerros' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77150195-1: 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].