Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
mateoensis
ID:
581951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1993: 86 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581283

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Mateoensis
  • Mateo's Airplant
  • Mateo's Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia mateoensis (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 mateoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia mateoensis is yellow and has six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia mateoensis is a bromeliad that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Tillandsia mateoensis

Tillandsia mateoensis is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Tillandsia mateoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia mateoensis?

Tillandsia mateoensis

What is the common name of Tillandsia mateoensis?

Mateo's airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia mateoensis?

It is native to Mexico and Guatemala

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312619-2: 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].