Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
gardneri
ID:
579360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28: t. 63 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578692

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Gardneri
  • Gardneri Air Plant
  • Gardneri Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia gardneri (also called Gardner's Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is commonly found in humid forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia gardneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions with medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia gardneri has a small, tubular flower with a white or pale pink corolla. The seed is small, brown, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia gardneri is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be propagated by division of the plant. It can be cultivated in bright, indirect light and requires high humidity and warm temperatures. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks.

Where to Find Tillandsia gardneri

Tillandsia gardneri is native to Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often on the sides of mountains.

Tillandsia gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia gardneri?

Tillandsia gardneri

What is the common name of Tillandsia gardneri?

Gardner's airplant

What type of environment does Tillandsia gardneri prefer?

Tillandsia gardneri prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect sunlight.

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 Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125167-1: 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].