Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
punctulata
ID:
584194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl. & Cham.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 43 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583526

Common Names

  • Tillandsia punctulata
  • Punctulata Tillandsia
  • Punctulate Airplant

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia melanopus É.Morren ex Baker [unknown]
  • Tillandsia melanopus É.Morren ex Mez [valid]

Description

Tillandsia punctulata (also called Pointed 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 punctulata is used in the production of timber, furniture, and oil. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. The leaves and bark of the plant are also used to make a tea that is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia punctulata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings have oblong, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia punctulata is a tropical air plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and regular misting.

Where to Find Tillandsia punctulata

Tillandsia punctulata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Tillandsia punctulata FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia punctulata?

Pincushion airplant

What is the scientific classification of Tillandsia punctulata?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Poales, Family: Bromeliaceae, Genus: Tillandsia

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia punctulata?

It is native to Central and South America and is found in 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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125538-1: 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].