Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
plagiotropica
ID:
583633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rohweder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Senckenbergiana 34: 112 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582965

Common Names

  • Plagiotropica Airplant
  • Plagiotropica Tillandsia
  • Plagiotropica's Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia plagiotropica (also called Plagiotropic Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a rosette of long, narrow leaves and a single flowering stem. It grows in humid, tropical environments, such as rainforest and cloud forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia plagiotropica is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for air purification and to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia plagiotropica is small and white. The seed is tiny and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia plagiotropica is a small, epiphytic bromeliad that grows in humid, tropical climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Tillandsia plagiotropica

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

Tillandsia plagiotropica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia plagiotropica?

Tillandsia plagiotropica

What is the common name of Tillandsia plagiotropica?

Plagiotropica airplant

Where is Tillandsia plagiotropica native to?

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

Otto Rohweder (b.1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rohweder' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254144-2: 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].