Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
somnians
ID:
585825

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 7: 422 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585157



Common Names

  • Somnian's Airplant
  • Somnian's Tillandsia
  • Somnian's Wild Pine


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Description

Tillandsia somnians (also called Somnian Air Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that typically grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Ecuador and is found in the tropical forests of the region. It prefers humid environments and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia somnians 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

The flowers of Tillandsia somnians are small and white. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia somnians is a perennial epiphyte that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It should be misted regularly to keep the leaves hydrated.

Where to Find Tillandsia somnians

Tillandsia somnians is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Tillandsia somnians FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia somnians?

Tillandsia somnians

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia somnians?

Tropical rainforests, deciduous forests, and scrub jungles

What is the flowering season of Tillandsia somnians?

Flowering occurs from April to June

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:254295-2: 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].