Tillandsia riohondoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riohondoensis
ID:
1331007
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehlers
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2015(2): 59 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343461
Common Names
- Riohondo's Tillandsia
- Riohondo's Air Plant
- Riohondo's Tillandsia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia riohondoensis (also called Rio Hondo Tillandsia, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphyte native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in humid forests, and is often found in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia riohondoensis is a species of epiphytic plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas with moist soil and can help to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia riohondoensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia riohondoensis is a tropical plant that is propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. It requires regular watering and fertilizer applications to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Tillandsia riohondoensis
Tillandsia riohondoensis is native to Central America, where it is found in the countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Tillandsia riohondoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia riohondoensis?
Tillandsia riohondoensis
What type of plant is Tillandsia riohondoensis?
It is an epiphytic perennial flowering plant.
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia riohondoensis?
It is native to the forests of northern Venezuela.
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:77149630-1: 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].