Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
elusiva
ID:
1320537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pinzón, I.Ramírez & Carnevali

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
J. Torrey Bot. Soc. 138: 360 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332991

Common Names

  • Tillandsia elusiva
  • Elusiva Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia elusiva (also called Elusive Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It grows in shady, humid habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with a smooth texture.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia elusiva is a species of plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia elusiva has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, brown and slightly flattened. Its seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia elusiva is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be grown in bright, indirect light and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tillandsia elusiva

Tillandsia elusiva is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Tillandsia elusiva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia elusiva?

Tillandsia elusiva

What is the family of Tillandsia elusiva?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia elusiva?

Elusive Tillandsia

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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.
Juan P. Pinzón: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pinzón' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119419-1: 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].