Species:
marnieri-apostollei
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rauh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 3: 172 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581261
Common Names
- Tillandsia Marnieri-Apostollei
- Marnieri-Apostollei Airplant
- Marnieri-Apostollei Tillandsia
Description
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei (also called Marnier-Apostolle's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of bromeliad native to Honduras. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and has a rosette of thin, curved leaves that are green in color. It is found in tropical montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. The plant is also used as a source of timber and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei is a species of bromeliad native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is tolerant of temperatures down to 40°F (4°C).
Where to Find Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei?
Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei
What is the common name of Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei?
Marnier's Tillandsia
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia marnieri-apostollei?
Tropical rainforests
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:254035-2: 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].