Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ionochroma
ID:
580808

Status:
valid

Authors:
André ex Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 801 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580140

Common Names

  • Tillandsia ionochroma
  • Ionochrome Air Plant
  • Ionochrome Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia ionochroma (also called 'Ionochrome Air Plant', among many other common names) is a species of bromeliad native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of long, thin leaves that are green in colour and can reach up to 30 cm in length. It grows in humid, tropical climates, and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia ionochroma is a popular houseplant and is used for its ornamental foliage. It is also used as a natural air purifier and can help to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia ionochroma is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia ionochroma is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is also possible to divide the clumps of plants in the spring.

Where to Find Tillandsia ionochroma

Tillandsia ionochroma can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia ionochroma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia ionochroma?

Tillandsia ionochroma

What is the common name of Tillandsia ionochroma?

Ionochrome airplant

What type of plant is Tillandsia ionochroma?

Airplant

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:287876-2: 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].