Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
deppeana
ID:
578057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 2: 688 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577389

Common Names

  • Tillandsia deppeana
  • Deppeana Airplant
  • Silver Vase Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia deppeana deppeana [unknown]

Description

Tillandsia deppeana (also called Tillandsia deppeana, among many other common names) is a plant species in the genus Tillandsia. It is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows up to 30 cm tall, with pink-purple flowers. It is native to Mexico, and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia deppeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia deppeana has small, white flowers with a pleasant scent. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf emerging from the soil.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia deppeana is a species of air plant native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that requires warm temperatures and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When dividing, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces, each with at least one rosette. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Tillandsia deppeana

Tillandsia deppeana is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Tillandsia deppeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia deppeana?

Tillandsia deppeana

What is the common name of Tillandsia deppeana?

Deppe Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia deppeana?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, 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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318722-2: 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].