Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
makrinii
ID:
581818

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Hrom.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1994: 2 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581150

Common Names

  • Makrinii Airplant
  • Makrinii Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia Makrinii

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Description

Tillandsia makrinii (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 makrinii 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

Tillandsia makrinii 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 makrinii is propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Replant the divisions in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Tillandsia makrinii

Tillandsia makrinii can be found in Central and South America.

Tillandsia makrinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia makrinii?

Tillandsia makrinii

What is the family of Tillandsia makrinii?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia makrinii?

Makrin's Tillandsia

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

Lieselotte Hromadnik (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Hrom.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312620-2: 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].