Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
rodrigueziana
ID:
584795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 73 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584127



Common Names

  • Tillandsia rodrigueziana
  • Rodriguez' Airplant
  • Rodriguez' Tillandsia


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Description

Tillandsia rodrigueziana (also called Ball Moss, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including trees, rocks, and shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia rodrigueziana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia rodrigueziana has white flowers with six petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia rodrigueziana is an epiphytic bromeliad that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-drained soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is by division of the mature plant.

Where to Find Tillandsia rodrigueziana

Tillandsia rodrigueziana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Tillandsia rodrigueziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia rodrigueziana?

Tillandsia rodrigueziana

What are the common names of Tillandsia rodrigueziana?

Rodriguez Airplant, Rodriguez Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia rodrigueziana?

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254232-2: 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].