Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
heubergeri
ID:
580178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bromelie , Sonderh. 3: 35 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579510

Common Names

  • Heuberger's Airplant
  • Silver Vase Plant
  • Silver Urn Plant

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Description

Tillandsia heubergeri (also called Heuberger's Air Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid forests and grasslands. It is an epiphytic plant with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia heubergeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and extracts, which are believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia heubergeri is yellow, tubular in shape and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia heubergeri is a perennial evergreen plant native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect sunlight and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Tillandsia heubergeri

Tillandsia heubergeri is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Tillandsia heubergeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia heubergeri?

Tillandsia heubergeri

What is the common name of Tillandsia heubergeri?

Heuberger's Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia heubergeri?

It is native to Central America and the Caribbean

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:314123-2: 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].