Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
schiedeana
ID:
585308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 2: 688 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584640

Common Names

  • Tillandsia schiedeana
  • Schiede's Airplant
  • Schiede's Tillandsia

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia schiedeana schiedeana [unknown]

Description

Tillandsia schiedeana (also called Schiede's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic flowering plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear and leathery. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia schiedeana is a species of bromeliad native to Mexico and Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant, as it produces bright pink flowers and has a low-growing, spreading habit. It is also used in gardens as a ground cover, and is drought-tolerant and frost-resistant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia schiedeana is white in color and has four petals. The seed of this plant is small and round. The seedlings of this plant are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia schiedeana is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or objects. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. The soil should be kept slightly moist, but not wet.

Where to Find Tillandsia schiedeana

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

Tillandsia schiedeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia schiedeana?

Tillandsia schiedeana

What is the common name of Tillandsia schiedeana?

Schiedeana Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia schiedeana?

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125626-1: 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].