Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
kretzii
ID:
580912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers & Lautner

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2004(2): 36 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580244

Common Names

  • Tillandsia kretzii
  • Kretz's Air Plant
  • Kretz's Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia kretzii (also called Kretz's Air Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is a small epiphyte native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia kretzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in terrariums and vivariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia kretzii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia kretzii is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be grown in a pot or basket. It prefers bright light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly in the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Tillandsia kretzii

Tillandsia kretzii is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tillandsia kretzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia kretzii?

Tillandsia kretzii

What are the common names of Tillandsia kretzii?

Kretz's Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia kretzii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
Jürgen Lautner (1945-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lautner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061573-1: 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].