Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
clavigera
ID:
577062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 783 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576394

Common Names

  • Tillandsia clavigera
  • Clavigera Airplant
  • Clavigera Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia clavigera (also called club-bearing airplant, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant native to Central America and South America. It has a rosette of green leaves and produces small pink flowers. It is found in humid forests and on trees in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia clavigera is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its air-purifying properties. It can also be used as a natural air freshener.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tillandsia clavigera var. clavigera
Tillandsia clavigera var. pendula Rauh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tillandsia clavigera are small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia clavigera is a perennial evergreen epiphyte that can be propagated through offsets or seeds. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tillandsia clavigera

Tillandsia clavigera can be found in Central and South America, as well as in the Caribbean.

Tillandsia clavigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia clavigera?

Tillandsia clavigera

What is the common name of Tillandsia clavigera?

Claviger airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia clavigera?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253712-2: 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].