Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
occulta
ID:
582760

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 18: 99 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582092

Common Names

  • Tillandsia occulta
  • Occulta
  • Occulta Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia occulta (also called 'Occult Airplant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It has a small, yellow flower that blooms in the summer and grows in humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia occulta 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 occulta 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia occulta 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 occulta

Tillandsia occulta is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Tillandsia occulta FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia occulta?

Tillandsia occulta is native to Mexico.

What is the size of Tillandsia occulta?

Tillandsia occulta is a small plant, growing to a height of about 20 cm.

What is the soil type for Tillandsia occulta?

Tillandsia occulta prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

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

Harry E. Luther (1952-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Luther' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:313488-2: 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].