Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ortgiesiana
ID:
582900

Status:
valid

Authors:
É.Morren ex Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 678 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582232

Common Names

  • Tillandsia ortgiesiana
  • Ortgiesiana Tillandsia
  • Ortgiesiana's Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia ortgiesiana (also called Ortgies' Ball Moss, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico and the United States. It typically grows in trees and shrubs, and is often found in dry, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia ortgiesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin infections and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia ortgiesiana has small, white flowers with purple stamens. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have small, oval leaves that are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia ortgiesiana is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Tillandsia ortgiesiana

Tillandsia ortgiesiana can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Tillandsia ortgiesiana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia ortgiesiana?

Tillandsia ortgiesiana is native to Mexico.

What is the size of Tillandsia ortgiesiana?

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

What is the soil type for Tillandsia ortgiesiana?

Tillandsia ortgiesiana 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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254098-2: 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].