Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
elizabethae
ID:
578715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rauh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 31: 5 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578047

Common Names

  • Elizabeth's Tillandsia
  • Elizabeth's Airplant
  • Elizabeth's Wild Pineapple

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Description

Tillandsia elizabethae (also called 'Elizabeth'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 elizabethae 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 elizabethae has small, pink 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 elizabethae 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 elizabethae

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

Tillandsia elizabethae FAQ

What type of soil does Tillandsia elizabethae need?

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

What is the ideal temperature for Tillandsia elizabethae?

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

How much light does Tillandsia elizabethae need?

Tillandsia elizabethae 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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253811-2: 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].