Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
variabilis
ID:
587182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 18: 418 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586514

Common Names

  • Variable Airplant
  • Tillandsia Variabilis
  • Variable Airplant

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia houzeavi Morren ex Chapm. [unknown]

Description

Tillandsia variabilis (also called Variable Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows on trees and other plants in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia variabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for indoor decoration. It is also known to be a good air purifier and can help reduce stress and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia variabilis has small purple flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia variabilis can be propagated by division or seed. To propagate by division, separate the offsets from the mother plant and replant in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. Cultivation of Tillandsia variabilis requires bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-85°F (18-29°C). It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tillandsia variabilis

Tillandsia variabilis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Tillandsia variabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia variabilis?

Tillandsia variabilis

What is the common name of Tillandsia variabilis?

Variable Airplant

What type of plant is Tillandsia variabilis?

Epiphyte

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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125769-1: 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].