Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
coinaensis
ID:
577114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1990: 9 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576446

Common Names

  • Tillandsia coinaensis
  • Coinaensis Airplant
  • Coinaensis Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia coinaensis (also called Coina Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It has thin, wiry stems and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia coinaensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia coinaensis has bright red, tubular flowers that bloom in the summer. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia coinaensis 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 coinaensis

Tillandsia coinaensis is native to Central America and South America.

Tillandsia coinaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia coinaensis?

Tillandsia coinaensis

What type of plant is Tillandsia coinaensis?

It is an epiphytic bromeliad

Where does Tillandsia coinaensis grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312592-2: 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].