Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
chiapensis
ID:
576885

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.S.Gardner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 338 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576217

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Chiapensis
  • Chiapensis Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia chiapensis (also called Air Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry, rocky slopes to sandy washes.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia chiapensis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, which are said to help with respiratory ailments and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia chiapensis is small and white in color. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Tillandsia chiapensis: This species is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established. Once established, the plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tillandsia chiapensis

Tillandsia chiapensis is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Tillandsia chiapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia chiapensis?

Tillandsia chiapensis

What type of plant is Tillandsia chiapensis?

Air plant

What is the optimal soil type for Tillandsia chiapensis?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Simon Gardner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Gardner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253699-2: 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].