Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
grazielae
ID:
579800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sucre & R.Braga

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Bot. Munic. 22: 1 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579132

Common Names

  • Grazielae Tillandsia
  • Guanacaste Airplant
  • Guanacaste Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia grazielae (also called Grazielae Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to South America. It is found in humid tropical forests. It has a basal rosette of leaves and stems that are usually unbranched and grow up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are linear and have entire margins. The flowers are pink to purple and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia grazielae is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia grazielae has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calandrinia virgata is a perennial plant that grows in a wide range of climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tillandsia grazielae

Tillandsia grazielae can be found in Brazil.

Tillandsia grazielae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia grazielae?

Tillandsia grazielae

What is the common name of Tillandsia grazielae?

Graziela's Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia grazielae?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Dimitri Sucre Benjamin (1936-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sucre' in the authors string.
Ruby Braga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Braga' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253894-2: 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].