Tillandsia chusgonensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chusgonensis
ID:
807352
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Hrom.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 5: 52 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806686
Common Names
- Tillandsia chusgonensis
- Chusgon Tillandsia
- Chusgon Air Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia chusgonensis (also called 'Chusgon Tillandsia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands, growing at elevations between 500 and 1,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia chusgonensis has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia chusgonensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia chusgonensis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained medium.
Where to Find Tillandsia chusgonensis
Tillandsia chusgonensis is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.
Tillandsia chusgonensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia chusgonensis?
Tillandsia chusgonensis is found in tropical montane forests in Mexico.
What is the flower color of Tillandsia chusgonensis?
The flowers of Tillandsia chusgonensis are pink or purple.
What is the size of Tillandsia chusgonensis?
Tillandsia chusgonensis is a small plant, reaching up to 30 cm in height.
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
Lieselotte Hromadnik (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Hrom.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77071651-1: 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].