Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pachyaxon
ID:
582962

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 6: 259 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582294

Common Names

  • Tillandsia pachyaxon
  • Pachyaxon Airplant
  • Pachyaxon Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia pachyaxon (also called 'Thick-axon Tillandsia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Peru and Ecuador, and is found in montane forests and shrublands. It is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia pachyaxon is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia pachyaxon is small and white. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia pachyaxon is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. The seeds should germinate in about 2-3 weeks. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cutting moist and it should root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Tillandsia pachyaxon

Tillandsia pachyaxon can be found in the tropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Tillandsia pachyaxon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia pachyaxon?

Tillandsia pachyaxon

What is the common name of Tillandsia pachyaxon?

Pachyaxon Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia pachyaxon?

Tillandsia pachyaxon is native to Mexico.

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254103-2: 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].