Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
paniculata
ID:
583105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 2. : 410 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582437

Common Names

  • Tillandsia paniculata
  • Paniculata Airplant
  • Paniculata's Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia paniculata (also called 'Paniculate Airplant', among many other common names) is a species of Tillandsia native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in forests, thickets, and along streams in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

TILLANDSIA PANICULATA: The flowers of Tillandsia paniculata are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia paniculata is a species of air plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Mexico. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Tillandsia paniculata

Tillandsia paniculata can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Tillandsia paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia paniculata?

Tillandsia paniculata

What is the common name of Tillandsia paniculata?

Paniculate Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia paniculata?

It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

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 Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125459-1: 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].