Tillandsia nizandaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nizandaensis
ID:
1334230
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehlers
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bromelie 2016: 33 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346684
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Tillandsia nizandaensis (also called Nizanda Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Mexico. It has a stemless rosette of leaves that are grey-green in color and have a waxy coating. The flowers are small and white, and the plant produces small fruits. It is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia nizandaensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tillandsia nizandaensis has white flowers with yellow stamens, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tillandsia nizandaensis is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Mexico. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Tillandsia nizandaensis
Tillandsia nizandaensis can be found in the Nizanda Mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico.
Tillandsia nizandaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia nizandaensis?
Tillandsia nizandaensis
What is the family of Tillandsia nizandaensis?
Bromeliaceae
What is the habitat of Tillandsia nizandaensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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:77157998-1: 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].