Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
caulescens
ID:
576756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. ex Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Handb. Bromel. : 168 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576088



Common Names

  • Tillandsia Caulescens
  • Caulescent Airplant
  • Caulescent Tillandsia


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Description

Tillandsia caulescens (also called Caulescent Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in humid tropical forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia caulescens is a popular ornamental plant, prized for its bright pink flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia caulescens is small and white. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia caulescens is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate, it should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Tillandsia caulescens

Tillandsia caulescens can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.

Tillandsia caulescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia caulescens?

Tillandsia caulescens

What is the common name of Tillandsia caulescens?

Caulescent Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia caulescens?

Tropical rainforests

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253689-2: 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].