Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
zaratensis
ID:
588008

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Weber

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 621 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587340

Common Names

  • Tillandsia Zaratensis
  • Zaratensis Air Plant
  • Zaratensis Bromeliad

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Description

Tillandsia zaratensis (also called Zarate's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic bromeliad native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a rosette of gray-green leaves and produces a tall spike of pink flowers. It is commonly found growing on trees and rocks in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia zaratensis 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 zaratensis 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 zaratensis is a species of bromeliad native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from offsets or cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. It prefers a bright spot in well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tillandsia zaratensis

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

Tillandsia zaratensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia zaratensis?

Tillandsia zaratensis

What is the family of Tillandsia zaratensis?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia zaratensis?

Zarata's airplant

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

Wilhelm Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Weber' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286223-2: 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].