Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
diguetii
ID:
578220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez & Rol.-Goss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 250 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577552

Common Names

  • Tillandsia diguetii
  • Diguetii Airplant
  • Diguetii's Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia diguetii (also called Tillandsia diguetii, 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 diguetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia diguetii has small, yellow flowers that are tubular in shape. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia diguetii is a succulent that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the plant in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. The divisions should be kept in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Tillandsia diguetii

Tillandsia diguetii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Tillandsia diguetii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia diguetii?

Tillandsia diguetii is native to Mexico and Central America.

What type of climate does Tillandsia diguetii prefer?

Tillandsia diguetii prefers a warm, humid climate.

How much light does Tillandsia diguetii need?

Tillandsia diguetii needs bright, indirect light.

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.
Robert Roland-Gosselin (1854-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rol.-Goss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253781-2: 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].