Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
macrodactylon
ID:
581725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 3: 39 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581057

Common Names

  • Tillandsia macrodactylon
  • Large-fingered Tillandsia
  • Large-fingered Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia macrodactylon (also called Long-Fingered 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 macrodactylon is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used in the production of perfumes and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia macrodactylon is purple, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia macrodactylon is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a bright, indirect light and a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Tillandsia macrodactylon

Tillandsia macrodactylon can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Tillandsia macrodactylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia macrodactylon?

Tillandsia macrodactylon

What is the common name of Tillandsia macrodactylon?

Macrodactylon Tillandsia

What is the family of Tillandsia macrodactylon?

Bromeliaceae

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:254025-2: 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].