Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
grao-mogolensis
ID:
579789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Silveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Floral. Mont. 2: 26 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579121



Common Names

  • Grao-Mogol Airplant
  • Grao-Mogol Tillandsia
  • Grao-Mogol Wild Pine


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Description

Tillandsia grao-mogolensis (also called Grao-Mogolensis Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to South America. It is found in humid tropical forests. It has a basal rosette of leaves and stems that are usually unbranched and grow up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are linear and have entire margins. The flowers are pink to purple and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia grao-mogolensis is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia grao-mogolensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia grao-mogolensis is an epiphytic bromeliad that can be grown from seed or from offsets. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed-raising mix. To propagate from offsets, remove the offsets from the mother plant in spring or summer and replant in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Tillandsia grao-mogolensis

Tillandsia grao-mogolensis can be found in Brazil.

Tillandsia grao-mogolensis FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia grao-mogolensis?

Grao-Mogol Airplant

What is the natural range of Tillandsia grao-mogolensis?

Southern Mexico to northern South America

What is the average height of Tillandsia grao-mogolensis?

2-4 inches

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

Alvaro Astolpho da Silveira (1867-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silveira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253893-2: 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].