Tillandsia uruguayensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uruguayensis
ID:
1521296
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rossado
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 345: 134 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007958
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Tillandsia uruguayensis (also called Uruguayan Airplant, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic flowering plant native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It has thin, wiry leaves and small, pink flowers. It is commonly found growing on the branches of trees in humid, tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia uruguayensis is often used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an air plant, as it is able to absorb moisture and nutrients from the air. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia uruguayensis has small, yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Tillandsia uruguayensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a warm, moist, and well-draining soil. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Tillandsia uruguayensis
Tillandsia uruguayensis can be found in Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Tillandsia uruguayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia uruguayensis?
Tillandsia uruguayensis
What is the common name of Tillandsia uruguayensis?
Uruguayan Tillandsia
Where is Tillandsia uruguayensis native to?
Uruguay
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77177764-1: 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].