Tillandsia catimbauensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catimbauensis
ID:
837755
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leme, W.Till & J.A.Siqueira
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Fragm. Atlantic Forest N. E. Brazil : 335 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837090
Common Names
- Tillandsia Catimbauensis
- Catimbau Tillandsia
- Catimbau Airplant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tillandsia catimbauensis (also called Catimbau Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Brazil. It has a rosette habit and is found in humid forests and on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia catimbauensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tillandsia catimbauensis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia catimbauensis can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.
Where to Find Tillandsia catimbauensis
Tillandsia catimbauensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in this region.
Tillandsia catimbauensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia catimbauensis?
Tillandsia catimbauensis
What is the common name of Tillandsia catimbauensis?
No common name
Where is Tillandsia catimbauensis found?
Tillandsia catimbauensis is found in Brazil
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
Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
José A. Siqueira Filho (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Siqueira' in the authors string.
Walter Till (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Till' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77089985-1: 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].