Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
lineatispica
ID:
581446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 699 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580778

Common Names

  • Lineate-Spike Air Plant
  • Lineate-Spike Tillandsia
  • Lineate-Spike Spanish Moss

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Description

Tillandsia lineatispica (also called Slender Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has thin, linear leaves and its flowers are small and white. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia lineatispica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its medicinal properties, which include treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia lineatispica has small, white flowers, which are followed by small, woody, cone-like fruits containing small, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and have a conical shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia lineatispica 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 lineatispica

Tillandsia lineatispica is found in Central and South America.

Tillandsia lineatispica FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia lineatispica?

Lineate Airplant

What is the natural range of Tillandsia lineatispica?

Mexico and Central America

What is the growth habit of Tillandsia lineatispica?

Small rosette-forming epiphyte

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254010-2: 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].