Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
recurvata
ID:
584480

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 2. : 410 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583812

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Recurvata
  • Recurvata Tillandsia
  • Recurved Tillandsia

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia recurvata contorta André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia monostachys Gillies ex Baker [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata genuina André [unknown]
  • Phytarrhiza ciliata É.Morren [unknown]
  • Tillandsia pauciflora Griseb. ex Mez [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata argentea André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata brevifolia André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata caespitosa André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata elongata André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata major André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata minor André [unknown]
  • Tillandsia recurvata contorta (André) André ex Mez [valid]

Description

Tillandsia recurvata (also called Recurved airplant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to Central America, and is found in the tropical rainforests of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It typically grows in highland forests, and can reach heights of up to 15 centimeters.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia recurvata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets. It is also used to make natural air fresheners and to decorate terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia recurvata has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia recurvata is a tropical air plant that can be propagated from offsets or seed. When propagating from offsets, the offsets should be removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The offsets should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Tillandsia recurvata

Tillandsia recurvata can be found in the wild in Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia recurvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia recurvata?

Tillandsia recurvata

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia recurvata?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the ideal temperature for Tillandsia recurvata?

It prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F).

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1194855-2: 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].