Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
limbata
ID:
581288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 18: 419 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580620



Common Names

  • Limbata Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia Limbata
  • Limbata Tillandsia Lily


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Description

Tillandsia limbata (also called Limbate Air Plant, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant with light green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean region and is found in humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia limbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tillandsia limbata 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 limbata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tillandsia limbata

Tillandsia limbata can be found in Central and South America.

Tillandsia limbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia limbata?

Tillandsia limbata

What type of plant is Tillandsia limbata?

Air plant

Where is Tillandsia limbata native to?

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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125328-1: 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].