Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
oliveirae
ID:
1549007

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.H.Souza & Leme

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 527: 61 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000029289


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Description

Tillandsia oliveirae (also called Oliveira's Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has small, green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with high humidity and plenty of rainfall. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as tree branches and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia oliveirae is a popular ornamental plant, and is often used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia oliveirae has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and dark brown with a smooth surface. The seedlings are light green with a single, upright stem.

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Where to Find Tillandsia oliveirae

Tillandsia oliveirae can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia oliveirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia oliveirae?

Tillandsia oliveirae

What is the family of Tillandsia oliveirae?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia oliveirae?

Oliveirae Tillandsia

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:77233912-1: 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].