Tillandsia ilseana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilseana
ID:
580448
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Till, Halbritter & Zecher
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 39: 153 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579780
Common Names
- Ilse's Airplant
- Wild Pineapple
- Silver Vase Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia ilseana (also called Ilse's Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico. It grows up to 10 cm in height and has small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady places in the tropical forests of Mexico.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia ilseana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia ilseana is purple and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia ilseana is a perennial epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a bright, humid environment with indirect sunlight. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Tillandsia ilseana
Tillandsia ilseana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Tillandsia ilseana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia ilseana?
Tillandsia ilseana
What type of plant is Tillandsia ilseana?
It is an epiphytic plant.
Where is Tillandsia ilseana native to?
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
Walter Till (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Till' in the authors string.
Heidemarie Halbritter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halbritt.' in the authors string.
Ernst Zecher: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zecher' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:937498-1: 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].