Tillandsia zoquensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zoquensis
ID:
588080
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehlers
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2002: 18 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587412
Common Names
- Tillandsia Zoquensis
- Zoquensis Air Plant
- Zoquensis Bromeliad
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia zoquensis (also called Mexican Air Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that is native to Mexico. It can be found growing on trees and other plants in moist, humid environments.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia zoquensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in air-plant displays.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia zoquensis has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is round and black. The seedlings have small, pointed leaves and thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia zoquensis is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagate by seed or division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Tillandsia zoquensis
Tillandsia zoquensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Tillandsia zoquensis FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Tillandsia zoquensis?
Tillandsia zoquensis prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.
What is the average height of Tillandsia zoquensis?
Tillandsia zoquensis typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.
What is the best way to propagate Tillandsia zoquensis?
Tillandsia zoquensis can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by air layering.
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:323296-2: 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].