Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
577696

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 5: 36 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577028

Common Names

  • Tillandsia
  • Wild Pine
  • Air Plant

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Description

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii (also called Cuatrecasas' Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees and rocks in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant and for air purification.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia cuatrecasasii is a pinkish-purple color and has six petals. The seed is small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Colombia. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is best done through offsets or “pups” that form at the base of the plant. These can be carefully removed and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the pups should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Tillandsia cuatrecasasii

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia cuatrecasasii?

Tillandsia cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Tillandsia cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas's airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia cuatrecasasii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253743-2: 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].