Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
leonamiana
ID:
581195

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pereira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 437 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580527

Common Names

  • Tillandsia leonamiana
  • Leonamiana Tillandsia
  • Leonamiana Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia leonamiana (also called 'Leonam's Tillandsia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant, up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in humid forests and cloud forests. It has thin, green leaves and small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia leonamiana is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia leonamiana is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia leonamiana is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows to about 0.5 m (2 ft) tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn and potted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Tillandsia leonamiana

Tillandsia leonamiana is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in areas with high humidity.

Tillandsia leonamiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia leonamiana?

Tillandsia leonamiana

What is the family of Tillandsia leonamiana?

Bromeliaceae

What is the native range of Tillandsia leonamiana?

Mexico

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

Edmundo Pereira (1914-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pereira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253994-2: 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].