Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pucaraensis
ID:
584023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1989: 9 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583355

Common Names

  • Tillandsia pucaraensis
  • Pucaraensis Tillandsia
  • Pucara Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia pucaraensis (also called Pucara Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and prefers to grow in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia pucaraensis is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia pucaraensis 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 pucaraensis

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

Tillandsia pucaraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia pucaraensis?

Tillandsia pucaraensis

What is the common name of Tillandsia pucaraensis?

Pucara Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia pucaraensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, mainly in Peru

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:312586-2: 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].