Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
micans
ID:
582140

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 5: 402 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581472

Common Names

  • Tillandsia micans
  • Velvet Leaf Airplant
  • Velvet Leaf Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia micans (also called shining air plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic bromeliad native to Mexico. It grows in a rosette form and has long, thin, silver-green leaves. Its flowers are small and white with yellow centers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found growing on trees or rocks in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia micans is used as an ornamental plant and for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia micans has a small, white flower with a thin, light brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin, light green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia micans is a fast-growing, evergreen succulent shrub that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Tillandsia micans

Tillandsia micans is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Tillandsia micans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia micans?

Tillandsia micans

What is the common name of Tillandsia micans?

Micans Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia micans?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254052-2: 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].