Tillandsia violacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
587418
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 25: 279 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586750
Common Names
- Violacea Airplant
- Violacea Tillandsia
- Violacea Wild Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia violacea (also called Violet Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to the Caribbean and parts of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, purple flowers. It prefers humid, tropical habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia violacea has small, tubular flowers with white petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia violacea is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained soil in partial shade.
Where to Find Tillandsia violacea
Tillandsia violacea is native to Mexico and Central America.
Tillandsia violacea FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia violacea?
Tillandsia violacea is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
What is the size of Tillandsia violacea?
Tillandsia violacea typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
What is the flowering season of Tillandsia violacea?
Tillandsia violacea typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254421-2: 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].