Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
579178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 56 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578510

Common Names

  • Tillandsia flexuosa
  • Flexuosa Airplant
  • Flexuosa's Airplant

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Synonyms

  • Anoplophytum flexuosum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Vriesea aloefolia Beer [unknown]
  • Platystachys aloifolia (Hook.) K.Koch [valid]

Description

Tillandsia flexuosa (also called Curly Airplant, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia flexuosa 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia flexuosa has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia flexuosa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, shady location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, shady location.

Where to Find Tillandsia flexuosa

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

Tillandsia flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia flexuosa?

Tillandsia flexuosa

What type of plant is Tillandsia flexuosa?

Airplant

Where does Tillandsia flexuosa 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

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125147-1: 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].