Tillandsia altomayoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altomayoensis
ID:
1555350
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gouda
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2019(2): 63 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034819
Common Names
- Tillandsia altomayoensis
- Altomayoensis Tillandsia
- Tillandsia Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia altomayoensis (also called Air Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia altomayoensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia altomayoensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in axillary spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia altomayoensis is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in a pot with a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to control the size and shape of the plant.
Where to Find Tillandsia altomayoensis
Tillandsia altomayoensis can be found in the tropical rainforest of South America.
Tillandsia altomayoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia altomayoensis?
Tillandsia altomayoensis
What is the common name of Tillandsia altomayoensis?
Altomayo's tillandsia
Where is Tillandsia altomayoensis found?
Peru
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77202341-1: 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].