Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
streptophylla
ID:
586266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheidw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Hort. Belge 3: 252 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585598

Common Names

  • Streptophylla Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia streptophylla
  • Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia streptophylla (also called Mexican Ball Moss, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in humid, tropical climates in a variety of habitats, including rocky areas, cliffs, and trees.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia streptophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in air plant displays and terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia streptophylla has a small flower with white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia streptophylla is a small, epiphytic species of bromeliad native to Mexico and Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in a well-draining soil mix. It can be propagated by division or by seed, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of wood or cork.

Where to Find Tillandsia streptophylla

Tillandsia streptophylla can be found in tropical regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia streptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia streptophylla?

Tillandsia streptophylla

What type of plant is Tillandsia streptophylla?

Air Plant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia streptophylla?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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

Michael Joseph François Scheidweiler (1799-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheidw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125688-1: 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].