Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
xiphioides
ID:
587832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 2: t. 105 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587164

Common Names

  • Xiphioid Airplant
  • Tillandsia Xiphioides
  • Xiphioid Tillandsia

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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia xiphioides xiphioides [unknown]
  • Phytarrhiza xiphioides É.Morren ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Tillandsia xiphioides (also called sword-leaved 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 xiphioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its air-purifying properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tillandsia xiphioides var. xiphioides
Tillandsia xiphioides var. minor L.Hrom.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia xiphioides has small, yellowish-white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia xiphioides is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Tillandsia xiphioides

Tillandsia xiphioides can be found in Central and South America.

Tillandsia xiphioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia xiphioides?

Tillandsia xiphioides

What is the common name of Tillandsia xiphioides?

Xiphioides

What is the habitat of Tillandsia xiphioides?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in humid and shady areas.

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 Bellenden Ker Gawler (1764-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ker Gawl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125818-1: 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].