Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
582224

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Hrom.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1992: 27 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581556

Common Names

  • Tillandsia mirabilis
  • Mirabilis Tillandsia
  • Mirabilis's Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia mirabilis (also called Miraculous False-Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that grow up to 20 cm long. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, usually in shady and humid places.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia mirabilis is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens or in containers. It is also used as an air plant, and can be used to create a natural air filter. The plant has fragrant pink flowers that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia mirabilis is a small, white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia mirabilis is a species of epiphytic bromeliad that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from offsets or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Tillandsia mirabilis

Tillandsia mirabilis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Tillandsia mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia mirabilis?

Tillandsia mirabilis

What is the common name of Tillandsia mirabilis?

Mirabilis tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia mirabilis?

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

Lieselotte Hromadnik (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Hrom.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312610-2: 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].