Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
prodigiosa
ID:
583909

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lem.) Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 26: 140 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583241

Common Names

  • Prodigiosa Air Plant
  • Prodigiosa Tillandsia
  • Prodigiosa Spanish Moss

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Description

Tillandsia prodigiosa (also called giant airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to South and Central America. It has a rosette of long, narrow leaves that can reach up to 1 meter in length. It is found in humid forests, on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia prodigiosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia prodigiosa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia prodigiosa is a perennial epiphyte that is native to tropical America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Tillandsia prodigiosa should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tillandsia prodigiosa

Tillandsia prodigiosa is native to Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia prodigiosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia prodigiosa?

Tillandsia prodigiosa

What is the common name of Tillandsia prodigiosa?

Prodigious Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia prodigiosa?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South 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:254165-2: 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].