Status:
valid
Authors:
Rauh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 18: 12 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579596
Common Names
- Hirtzii Airplant
- Hirtzii Tillandsia
- Hirtzii Wild Pineapple
Description
Tillandsia hirtzii (also called Hirtz's Airplant, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has thin, gray-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found growing on trees and rocks in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia hirtzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia hirtzii is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia hirtzii is a perennial epiphytic plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is grown in bright, indirect light and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with moist soil. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a pot filled with moist soil.
Where to Find Tillandsia hirtzii
Tillandsia hirtzii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Tillandsia hirtzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia hirtzii?
Tillandsia hirtzii
What is the common name of Tillandsia hirtzii?
Hirtz's Airplant
What type of plant is Tillandsia hirtzii?
Epiphyte
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253917-2: 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].