Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
rudolfii
ID:
585048

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Gross

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2003(3): 76 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584380

Common Names

  • Tillandsia rudolfii
  • Rudolf's Airplant
  • Tillandsia rudolfii

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Description

Tillandsia rudolfii (also called Rudolf's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees for support, and has thin, silver-green leaves. It produces small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia rudolfii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative item in terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia rudolfii has a pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia rudolfii is a perennial epiphyte that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be grown in containers or mounted on a board or tree. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Tillandsia rudolfii

Tillandsia rudolfii can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.

Tillandsia rudolfii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia rudolfii?

Tillandsia rudolfii

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia rudolfii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

What are the care requirements of Tillandsia rudolfii?

Tillandsia rudolfii requires bright, indirect light and regular misting with distilled water.

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

Elvira Angela Gross (1954-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Gross' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:329768-2: 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].