Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
paucifolia
ID:
583312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 10: 748 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582644

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Paucifolia
  • Few-leaved Airplant
  • Paucifolia Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia paucifolia (also called Slenderleaf Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of Tillandsia native to Mexico. It is an epiphytic plant growing to 10 cm (4 in) tall, with slender, arching leaves and small, pinkish-purple flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia paucifolia is an ornamental plant often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a source of food, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia paucifolia has small, yellow flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia paucifolia is a species of epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is typically done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer and potted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tillandsia paucifolia

Tillandsia paucifolia can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Tillandsia paucifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia paucifolia?

Tillandsia paucifolia

What is the common name of Tillandsia paucifolia?

Few-leaved Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia paucifolia?

It is native to Mexico and 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:125474-1: 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].