Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
hofackeri
ID:
1322643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2013: 22 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335097



Common Names

  • Tillandsia hofackeri
  • Hofackeri Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia's Hofackeri


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Description

Tillandsia hofackeri (also called 'Hofacker's Airplant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or pink, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia hofackeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia hofackeri has small white flowers with three petals and a short corolla tube. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia hofackeri is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Tillandsia hofackeri

Tillandsia hofackeri is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Tillandsia hofackeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia hofackeri?

Tillandsia hofackeri

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia hofackeri?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the blooming period of Tillandsia hofackeri?

Late spring to early summer

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125613-1: 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].