Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
muhriae
ID:
582450

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Weber

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 97: 101 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581782



Common Names

  • Muhriae Air Plant
  • Muhriae Tillandsia
  • Tillandsia Muhriae


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Description

Tillandsia muhriae (also called Muhr's Airplant, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic plant with thin, gray-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in pine-oak forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia muhriae is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens or in containers. It is also used as a border plant, and can be used to create a natural barrier. The plant has fragrant white flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia muhriae has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia muhriae is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It should be protected from direct sunlight and should be grown in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Tillandsia muhriae

Tillandsia muhriae is native to Mexico and can be found in high-altitude, dry areas.

Tillandsia muhriae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia muhriae?

Tillandsia muhriae

What is the common name of Tillandsia muhriae?

Muhr's airplant

What type of plant is Tillandsia muhriae?

Airplant

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

Wilhelm Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Weber' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286176-2: 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].