Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
eistetteri
ID:
578661

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1991: 36 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577993

Common Names

  • Eistetter's Tillandsia
  • Eistetter's Airplant
  • Eistetter's Wild Pineapple

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Description

Tillandsia eistetteri (also called Eistetter's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia eistetteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create unique floral arrangements and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia eistetteri has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia eistetteri is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows best in bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining soil mixture and should be watered regularly. Propagation of this plant is done by separating the offsets from the mother plant.

Where to Find Tillandsia eistetteri

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

Tillandsia eistetteri FAQ

What type of soil does Tillandsia eistetteri need?

Tillandsia eistetteri prefers a well-draining soil mix with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

What is the ideal temperature for Tillandsia eistetteri?

Tillandsia eistetteri prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-26°C).

How much light does Tillandsia eistetteri need?

Tillandsia eistetteri prefers 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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312604-2: 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].