Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ixioides
ID:
580844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 333 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580176

Common Names

  • Tillandsia ixioides
  • Ixioides Air Plant
  • Ixioides Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia ixioides (also called 'Ixioides 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 ixioides 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tillandsia ixioides sub. viridiflora (Rauh) Gouda
Tillandsia ixioides sub. ixioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia ixioides 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 ixioides is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Tillandsia ixioides

Tillandsia ixioides can be found in the Mexican states of Chiapas and Oaxaca.

Tillandsia ixioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia ixioides?

Tillandsia ixioides

What is the common name of Tillandsia ixioides?

Ixioides airplant

What type of plant is Tillandsia ixioides?

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125269-1: 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].