Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
gracillima
ID:
579736

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 34 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579068

Common Names

  • Slender Airplant
  • Graceful Tillandsia
  • Slender Wild Pine

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Description

Tillandsia gracillima (also called Slender Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It has thin, light green leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found growing on trees and other plants in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia gracillima is a popular ornamental plant used in terrariums and as an air plant. It is also used in dried flower arrangements and as a decorative element in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Tillandsia gracillima has small, white flowers. Seed: The seed of Tillandsia gracillima is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tillandsia gracillima are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia gracillima can be propagated by division or seed. To cultivate, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny position. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once the seedlings are established, fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tillandsia gracillima

Tillandsia gracillima can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia gracillima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia gracillima?

Tillandsia gracillima

What type of plant is Tillandsia gracillima?

Air plant

Where is Tillandsia gracillima native to?

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:253889-2: 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].