Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
maculata
ID:
581764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 3: 40 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581096

Common Names

  • Tillandsia maculata
  • Spotted Tillandsia
  • Spotted Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia maculata (also called Wild Pineapple, among many other common names) is a small, perennial epiphyte of the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It prefers tropical climates and is found in humid forests, on trees and rocks, and in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia maculata is used as an ornamental plant, for air purification, and for making wreaths and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia maculata has small, tubular flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings are very small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia maculata is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The offsets should be carefully separated from the mother plant and potted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tillandsia maculata

Tillandsia maculata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Tillandsia maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia maculata?

Tillandsia maculata

What is the common name of Tillandsia maculata?

Spotted Airplant

What type of environment does Tillandsia maculata prefer?

Tillandsia maculata prefers warm, humid environments with bright, indirect sunlight.

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

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125362-1: 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].