Tillandsia nolleriana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nolleriana
ID:
582679
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehlers ex Rauh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 58: 29 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582011
Common Names
- Tillandsia nolleriana
- Nolleriana
- Nolleriana Airplant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia nolleriana (also called Noller's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is an epiphyte.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia nolleriana is a popular air plant used for decoration in homes and offices. It is also used to create living walls and terrariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia nolleriana is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia nolleriana is a tropical epiphyte native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of orchid bark and perlite. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Tillandsia nolleriana
Tillandsia nolleriana is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Tillandsia nolleriana FAQ
What type of soil does Tillandsia nolleriana prefer?
Tillandsia nolleriana prefers a well-draining, sandy soil with a neutral pH.
How much light does Tillandsia nolleriana need?
Tillandsia nolleriana needs bright, indirect light.
How often should Tillandsia nolleriana be watered?
Tillandsia nolleriana 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
Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:930929-1: 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].