Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
welzii
ID:
587679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1991: 5 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587011

Common Names

  • Welz's Airplant
  • Welz's Tillandsia
  • Welz's Wild Pineapple

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Description

Tillandsia welzii (also called Welz's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It is found in cloud forests, on rocky outcrops, and in pine-oak forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia welzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to create unique displays.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia welzii has small, bright purple flowers and small, silvery-gray seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia weddellii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is a short-lived perennial and may need to be replanted every few years.

Where to Find Tillandsia welzii

Tillandsia welzii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Tillandsia welzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia welzii?

Tillandsia welzii

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia welzii?

Tillandsia welzii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the size of Tillandsia welzii?

Tillandsia welzii is a small plant, growing to a height of around 10 cm (4 in).

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:312601-2: 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].