Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
lautneri
ID:
581067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1993: 38 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580399



Common Names

  • Tillandsia lautneri
  • Lautner's Tillandsia
  • Lautner's Air Plant


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Description

Tillandsia lautneri (also called 'Lautner's Airplant', among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia lautneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air purifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tillandsia lautneri are small, yellowish-green, and clustered in racemes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia lautneri is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Tillandsia lautneri

Tillandsia lautneri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Tillandsia lautneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia lautneri?

Tillandsia lautneri

What is the common name of Tillandsia lautneri?

Lautner's Airplant

Where is Tillandsia lautneri native to?

Mexico and Central America

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:312616-2: 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].