Tillandsia imperialis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imperialis
ID:
580470
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Morren ex Roezl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Hort. 33: 236 1883
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579802
Common Names
- Imperial Airplant
- Wild Pineapple
- Silver Vase Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia imperialis (also called Imperial 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 imperialis is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used medicinally, as it has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Tillandsia imperialis has small, white, tubular flowers. Seed: Tillandsia imperialis has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Tillandsia imperialis seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia imperialis is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Tillandsia imperialis
Tillandsia imperialis can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Tillandsia imperialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia imperialis?
Tillandsia imperialis
What is the common name of Tillandsia imperialis?
Imperial Tillandsia
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia imperialis?
It is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests and grasslands.
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
Benedikt Roezl (1823-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roezl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:2928162-1: Based on the initial data import