Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pseudosetacea
ID:
584015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers & Rauh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 58: 35 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583347

Common Names

  • Tillandsia pseudosetacea
  • Pseudosetacea Tillandsia
  • False Setaceous Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia pseudosetacea (also called Setaceous Tillandsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is an epiphytic plant with rosettes of leaves up to 30 cm long. It is native to tropical Central and South America. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia pseudosetacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia pseudosetacea is purple, with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are short and thin, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia pseudosetacea can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season, and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tillandsia pseudosetacea

Tillandsia pseudosetacea is native to Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Tillandsia pseudosetacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia pseudosetacea?

Tillandsia pseudosetacea

What is the common name of Tillandsia pseudosetacea?

False Setaceous Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia pseudosetacea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, mainly 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

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286194-2: 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].