Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ferreyrae
ID:
579147

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Hist. Nat. "Javier Prado", Ser. B, Bot. 16: 5 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578479

Common Names

  • Ferreyrae Airplant
  • Ferreyrae Tillandsia
  • Ferreyrae Wildpine

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Description

Tillandsia ferreyrae (also called Ferreyra's Airplant, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic plant with bright green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia ferreyrae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tillandsia ferreyrae are small and white. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia ferreyrae is a small, epiphytic, perennial plant that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Tillandsia ferreyrae

Tillandsia ferreyrae is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on rocks and trees.

Tillandsia ferreyrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia ferreyrae?

Tillandsia ferreyrae

What is the common name of Tillandsia ferreyrae?

Ferreyra's airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia ferreyrae?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253847-2: 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].