Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
laui
ID:
581057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Matuda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 20: 96 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580389

Common Names

  • Laui Airplant
  • Laui Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia laui

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Description

Tillandsia laui (also called 'Lau's Airplant', among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia laui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tillandsia laui are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia laui is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Tillandsia laui

Tillandsia laui is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia laui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia laui?

Tillandsia laui

What is the common name of Tillandsia laui?

Lau's Airplant

Where is Tillandsia laui native to?

Mexico and Central 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

Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125309-1: 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].