Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
hoeijeri
ID:
580285

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 53: 57 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579617



Common Names

  • Hoeijeri Airplant
  • Hoeijeri Tillandsia
  • Hoeijeri Wild Pineapple


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Description

Tillandsia hoeijeri (also called Hoeijer's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Guatemala and Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia hoeijeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia hoeijeri is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia hoeijeri is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Tillandsia hoeijeri

Tillandsia hoeijeri can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia hoeijeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia hoeijeri?

Tillandsia hoeijeri

What are the common names of Tillandsia hoeijeri?

Common names of Tillandsia hoeijeri include air plant, wild pineapple, and Spanish moss

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia hoeijeri?

Tillandsia hoeijeri is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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

Harry E. Luther (1952-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Luther' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:327405-2: 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].