Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
chapalillaensis
ID:
1320008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers & Lautner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 61: 169 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332462

Common Names

  • Chapalillaensis Tillandsia
  • Himalayan Tillandsia
  • Indian Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia chapalillaensis (also called ‘Chapalilla Tillandsia’, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a woody stem and is usually found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia chapalillaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, as well as for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia chapalillaensis is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia chapalillaensis is a tropical epiphyte that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist and warm. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm for best results.

Where to Find Tillandsia chapalillaensis

Tillandsia chapalillaensis is native to Mexico. It is found in the wild in the Chapalilla region of Mexico.

Tillandsia chapalillaensis FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia chapalillaensis?

Chapalillaensis Tillandsia

What is the scientific name of Chapalillaensis Tillandsia?

Tillandsia chapalillaensis

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia chapalillaensis?

Dry open woodlands and rocky hillsides

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
Jürgen Lautner (1945-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lautner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77117693-1: 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].