Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
parvispica
ID:
583240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 25: 244 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582572

Common Names

  • Tillandsia parvispica
  • Small-Spike Airplant
  • Small-Spike Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia parvispica (also called Small-spike Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrublands, and grasslands. The plant grows to a height of 10–20 cm, and has narrow, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia parvispica is a species of bromeliad native to Mexico and Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant, as it produces bright pink flowers and has a low-growing, spreading habit. It is also used in gardens as a ground cover, and is drought-tolerant and frost-resistant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

TILLANDSIA PARVISPICA: The flower of this plant is pink and has six petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia parvispica is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Tillandsia parvispica

Tillandsia parvispica can be found in China, Taiwan, and Japan.

Tillandsia parvispica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia parvispica?

Tillandsia parvispica

What is the common name of Tillandsia parvispica?

Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia parvispica?

Forests and woodlands in Central America

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254119-2: 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].