Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 33 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578004
Common Names
- Eiz's Tillandsia
- Eiz's Airplant
- Eiz's Wild Pineapple
Description
Tillandsia eizii (also called 'Eiz's Airplant', among many other common names) is a small, perennial plant with thin, gray-green leaves. It is native to Mexico, and grows in tropical and subtropical climates in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia eizii 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 eizii has small, yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia eizii 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 eizii
Tillandsia eizii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Tillandsia eizii FAQ
What type of soil does Tillandsia eizii need?
Tillandsia eizii prefers a well-draining soil mix with a pH of 5.5-6.5.
What is the ideal temperature for Tillandsia eizii?
Tillandsia eizii prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-26°C).
How much light does Tillandsia eizii need?
Tillandsia eizii 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253807-2: 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].