Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
macbrideana
ID:
581632

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 89: 11 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580964

Common Names

  • Tillandsia macbrideana
  • MacBride's Tillandsia
  • MacBride's Tillandsia Plant

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Description

Tillandsia macbrideana (also called MacBride's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Central America, and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia macbrideana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tillandsia macbrideana var. macbrideana
Tillandsia macbrideana var. atroviolacea Rauh
Tillandsia macbrideana var. longifolia Rauh
Tillandsia macbrideana var. longispica Rauh
Tillandsia macbrideana var. major Rauh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia macbrideana is a small, white, star-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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia macbrideana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tillandsia macbrideana

Tillandsia macbrideana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Tillandsia macbrideana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia macbrideana?

Tillandsia macbrideana

What is the common name of Tillandsia macbrideana?

MacBride's Airplant

Where is Tillandsia macbrideana native to?

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254022-2: 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].