Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
limarum
ID:
581277

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pereira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 323 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580609

Common Names

  • Tillandsia limarum
  • Limarum Tillandsia
  • Limarum Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia limarum (also called Limarum Air Plant, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant with bright green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean region and is found in humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia limarum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia limarum is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia limarum is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Mexico and Central America. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is best grown in bright, indirect light. It can be propagated from offsets or by seed. Offsets should be separated from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tillandsia limarum

Tillandsia limarum can be found in Central and South America.

Tillandsia limarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia limarum?

Tillandsia limarum

What is the common name of Tillandsia limarum?

Limarum Airplant

What type of environment does Tillandsia limarum prefer?

Tillandsia limarum prefers warm, humid environments with plenty of air circulation.

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:125327-1: 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].