Tillandsia wilinskii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilinskii
ID:
587717
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gouda
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 52: 125 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587049
Common Names
- Wilinski's Airplant
- Wilinski's Tillandsia
- Wilinski's Wild Pineapple
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia wilinskii (also called Wilinski's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Peru. It typically grows in rocky areas, cliffs, and walls.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia wilinskii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It has a unique appearance and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia wilinskii has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia wilinskii 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 wilinskii
Tillandsia wilinskii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Tillandsia wilinskii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia wilinskii?
Tillandsia wilinskii
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia wilinskii?
Tillandsia wilinskii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
What is the size of Tillandsia wilinskii?
Tillandsia wilinskii 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
Eric Gouda (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:324220-2: 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].