Tillandsia hubertiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hubertiana
ID:
580381
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matuda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 20: 8 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579713
Common Names
- Hubert's Tillandsia
- Hubert's Air Plant
- Hubert's Wild Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia hubertiana (also called Hubert's airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Peru. It is a small plant with thin, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing on trees and other plants.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia hubertiana is mainly used as an ornamental plant, but it is also used to make herbal teas and to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia hubertiana is a yellow-green color and has a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia hubertiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Tillandsia hubertiana
Tillandsia hubertiana is native to Central America and can be found in the wild in this region.
Tillandsia hubertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia hubertiana?
Tillandsia hubertiana
What is the common name of Tillandsia hubertiana?
Hubertiana Air Plant
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia hubertiana?
Tillandsia hubertiana is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru.
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
Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253924-2: 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].