Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
polzii
ID:
583812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1997: 11 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583144

Common Names

  • Polzii Air Plant
  • Tillandsia Polzii
  • Polzii Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia polzii (also called Polzii Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Central America and grows in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia polzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia polzii is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia polzii is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Tillandsia polzii

Tillandsia polzii is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tillandsia polzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia polzii?

Tillandsia polzii

What is the common name of Tillandsia polzii?

Giant Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia polzii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:313990-2: 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].