Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
gymnobotrya
ID:
579930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 25: 243 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579262



Common Names

  • Gymnobotrya Airplant
  • Gymnobotrya Tillandsia
  • Gymnobotrya Wild Pine


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Synonyms

  • Tillandsia tridactylites É.Morren [unknown]
  • Tillandsia liebmanniana E.Morren ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Tillandsia gymnobotrya (also called Silver Vase Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow, silver-green leaves that form a rosette. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia gymnobotrya is a popular air-purifying plant. It is also used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and as a decorative piece in flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia gymnobotrya is yellow and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia gymnobotrya is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be grown from seed in spring or summer, and can also be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tillandsia gymnobotrya

Tillandsia gymnobotrya can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia gymnobotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia gymnobotrya?

Tillandsia gymnobotrya

What is the common name of Tillandsia gymnobotrya?

Gymnobotrya airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia gymnobotrya?

Tillandsia gymnobotrya is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253901-2: 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].