Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
lepidosepala
ID:
581206

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 70: 155 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580538



Common Names

  • Tillandsia lepidosepala
  • Lepidosepala Tillandsia
  • Lepidosepala Airplant


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Description

Tillandsia lepidosepala (also called Lepidosepala Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia lepidosepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have calming and anti-inflammatory effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia lepidosepala is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia lepidosepala is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows to about 0.5 m (2 ft) tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn and potted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Tillandsia lepidosepala

Tillandsia lepidosepala is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in areas with high humidity.

Tillandsia lepidosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia lepidosepala?

Tillandsia lepidosepala

What is the family of Tillandsia lepidosepala?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia lepidosepala?

Lepidosepala Tillandsia

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:253995-2: 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].