Tillandsia flabellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flabellata
ID:
579163
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 25: 242 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578495
Common Names
- Fan-leaved Airplant
- Fan-leaved Tillandsia
- Fan-leaved Wildpine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia flabellata (also called Fan-Leaf 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 flabellata is an ornamental plant, used for its foliage and for medicinal purposes. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract birds and butterflies.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tillandsia flabellata var. flabellataTillandsia flabellata var. viridifolia M.B.Foster
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tillandsia flabellata are small and white. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, needle-like leaves.
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Tillandsia flabellata 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 flabellata
Tillandsia flabellata is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on rocks and trees.
Tillandsia flabellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia flabellata?
Tillandsia flabellata
What type of plant is Tillandsia flabellata?
Airplant
Where does Tillandsia flabellata grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253850-2: 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].