Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
polita
ID:
583770

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 6: 385 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583102



Common Names

  • Tillandsia polita
  • Polita Tillandsia
  • Polita Airplant


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Description

Tillandsia polita (also called Neat Tillandsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to Central America and grows in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia polita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia polita has small, tubular flowers that are usually white or pink in color. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia polita is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. It is native to Mexico and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and need light to germinate.

Where to Find Tillandsia polita

Tillandsia polita is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tillandsia polita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia polita?

Tillandsia polita

What type of plant is Tillandsia polita?

Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia polita?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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:254156-2: 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].