Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
piauiensis
ID:
1592945

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers & J.Claus

Source:

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2012: 99 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047849

Common Names

  • Tillandsia piauiensis
  • Piauiensis Air Plant
  • Piauiensis Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia piauiensis (also called Piauí Tillandsia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to South America, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia piauiensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its unique, eye-catching appearance. It is also used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia piauiensis has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a short stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia piauiensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright indirect light. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tillandsia piauiensis

Tillandsia piauiensis is native to Brazil and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Tillandsia piauiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia piauiensis?

Tillandsia piauiensis

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia piauiensis?

Dry, rocky areas in Brazil

What is the size of Tillandsia piauiensis?

Grows up to 2 feet tall

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77123539-1: 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].