Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
virescens
ID:
587450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 3: 43 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586782

Common Names

  • Virescens Airplant
  • Virescens Tillandsia
  • Virescens Wild Pine

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia capillaris virescens L.B.Sm. [unknown]
  • Tillandsia dependens Hieron. ex Mez [valid]

Description

Tillandsia virescens (also called Green 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 virescens 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 virescens has small, yellow-green flowers and small, silvery-gray seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia virescens is an epiphytic bromeliad that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It is best propagated by division, with each division containing at least one rosette and one leaf. It can also be propagated from seed, but this can be difficult and time-consuming.

Where to Find Tillandsia virescens

Tillandsia virescens is native to Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia virescens?

Tillandsia virescens

What is the common name of Tillandsia virescens?

Green airplant

What type of plant is Tillandsia virescens?

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

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125791-1: 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].