Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
yunckeri
ID:
587968

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 17: 322 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587300

Common Names

  • Tillandsia yunckeri
  • Yuncker's Airplant
  • Yuncker's Tillandsia

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Description

Tillandsia yunckeri (also called Yuncker's Air Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It grows in humid and wet habitats, such as in rainforests, and has long, narrow, and curved leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia yunckeri is a popular houseplant, often used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in terrariums, and can be used to add texture and color to any space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia yunckeri is small and white. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia yunckeri 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 yunckeri

Tillandsia yunckeri is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Tillandsia yunckeri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia yunckeri?

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

What is the size of Tillandsia yunckeri?

Tillandsia yunckeri typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

What is the flowering season of Tillandsia yunckeri?

Tillandsia yunckeri 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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254449-2: 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].