Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
schimperiana
ID:
585351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wittm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 11: 67 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584683



Common Names

  • Tillandsia schimperiana
  • Schimper's Tillandsia
  • Schimper's Airplant


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Description

Tillandsia schimperiana (also called Schimper's airplant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic flowering plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear and leathery. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia schimperiana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia schimperiana flowers are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia schimperiana is an epiphytic plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be grown in containers or mounted on a board. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Tillandsia schimperiana

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

Tillandsia schimperiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia schimperiana?

Tillandsia schimperiana

What is the common name of Tillandsia schimperiana?

Schimperiana Airplant

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia schimperiana?

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

Ludwig Wittmack (1839-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wittm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254266-2: 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].