Tillandsia longiscapa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiscapa
ID:
1544124
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme & W.Till
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 70: 54 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000025054
Common Names
- Tillandsia longiscapa
- Long-scaped Tillandsia
- Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia longiscapa (also called Longiscapa tillandsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has ovate-shaped leaves with a glossy green upper surface and a paler green underside. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia longiscapa is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia longiscapa is a small, purple, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia longiscapa is an epiphytic bromeliad native to the rainforests of Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as orchid bark. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Tillandsia longiscapa
Tillandsia longiscapa can be found in Argentina.
Tillandsia longiscapa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia longiscapa?
Tillandsia longiscapa
What type of plant is Tillandsia longiscapa?
Tillandsia longiscapa is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae.
Where is Tillandsia longiscapa found?
Tillandsia longiscapa is found in 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77216048-1: 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].