Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ramellae
ID:
584387

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Till & S.Till

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Candollea 50: 453 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583719

Common Names

  • Tillandsia ramellae
  • Ramellae Airplant
  • Silver Vase Plant

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Description

Tillandsia ramellae (also called 'Air Plant', among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid forests. It has a thick, leathery leaves and its flowers are white and tubular in shape. The plant can grow up to 30 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia ramellae is used as a decorative plant in terrariums and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia ramellae is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia ramellae is a small, epiphytic plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America and is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tillandsia ramellae

Tillandsia ramellae can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Tillandsia ramellae FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia ramellae?

Frosty airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia ramellae?

It is native to Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Tillandsia ramellae?

Tillandsia ramellae is used as an ornamental plant

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

Walter Till (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Till' in the authors string.
Susanne Till (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Till' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:985570-1: 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].