Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
sueae
ID:
586393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 41: 208 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585725

Common Names

  • Tillandsia sueae
  • Sueae Air Plant
  • Sue's Air Plant

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Description

Tillandsia sueae (also called Sue's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia sueae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in terrariums and as a decorative element in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia sueae 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 sueae is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Tillandsia sueae

Tillandsia sueae is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Tillandsia sueae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia sueae?

Tillandsia sueae

What type of plant is Tillandsia sueae?

Air Plant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia sueae?

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303055-2: 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].