Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pinicola
ID:
811108

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Ramírez & Carnevali

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 75 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810442

Common Names

  • Tillandsia pinicola
  • Pine-dwelling Tillandsia
  • Pine-dwelling Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia pinicola (also called 'Pinicola's Tillandsia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has white flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia pinicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for air purification and to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia pinicola is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia pinicola is an epiphytic plant that grows up to 8 inches tall. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Tillandsia pinicola

Tillandsia pinicola can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Tillandsia pinicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia pinicola?

Tillandsia pinicola

What is the common name of Tillandsia pinicola?

Pinicola Air Plant

Where is Tillandsia pinicola found?

Tillandsia pinicola is found in 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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60445911-2: 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].