Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
stoltenii
ID:
1328599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers & E.Gross

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2014: 118 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341053

Common Names

  • Tillandsia stoltenii
  • Stolten's Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia stoltenii (also called Tillandsia stoltenii, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry and sunny meadows and is found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia stoltenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shaded areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia stoltenii has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia stoltenii is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Brazil. It is best grown in a medium that is well-drained and contains plenty of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed.

Where to Find Tillandsia stoltenii

Tillandsia stoltenii is native to Bolivia and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Tillandsia stoltenii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Tillandsia stoltenii?

Tillandsia stoltenii prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of soil is best for Tillandsia stoltenii?

Tillandsia stoltenii prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Tillandsia stoltenii need?

Tillandsia stoltenii prefers bright, indirect light.

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.
Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143902-1: 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].