Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gilmartin) L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 36 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581974
Common Names
- Calyptranthera brevicaudata
- Brevicaudata Calyptranthera
- Short-tailed Calyptranthera
Description
Tillandsia nervisepala (also called Nerved-sepal Tillandsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to South America. It grows in montane forests and in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia nervisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia nervisepala is a small, white, tubular flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia nervisepala is an epiphytic bromeliad. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the roots are healthy. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Tillandsia nervisepala
Tillandsia nervisepala is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Tillandsia nervisepala FAQ
What type of soil does Tillandsia nervisepala prefer?
Tillandsia nervisepala prefers a well-draining, sandy soil with a neutral pH.
How much light does Tillandsia nervisepala need?
Tillandsia nervisepala needs bright, indirect light.
How often should Tillandsia nervisepala be watered?
Tillandsia nervisepala should be watered once every two weeks.
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:254084-2: 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].