Tillandsia sphaerocephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocephala
ID:
585899
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 26: 141 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585231
Common Names
- Sphaerocephalous Airplant
- Sphaerocephalous Tillandsia
- Sphaerocephalous Wild Pine
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Tillandsia sphaerocephala (also called Spherical-headed Air Plant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant that typically grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in the tropical forests of the region. It prefers humid environments and is often found growing on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Tillandsia sphaerocephala is a species of bromeliad native to Mexico and Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant, as it produces bright pink flowers and has a low-growing, spreading habit. It is also used in gardens as a ground cover, and is drought-tolerant and frost-resistant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tillandsia sphaerocephala var. sphaerocephalaTillandsia sphaerocephala var. tarijensis Ehlers & L.Hrom.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tillandsia sphaerocephala are small and white. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Tillandsia sphaerocephala is a small, epiphytic bromeliad that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers bright indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. Propagation is best done by division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Tillandsia sphaerocephala
Tillandsia sphaerocephala is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Tillandsia sphaerocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tillandsia sphaerocephala?
Tillandsia sphaerocephala
What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia sphaerocephala?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What type of soil does Tillandsia sphaerocephala prefer?
Well-draining soil with a neutral pH
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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:254299-2: 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].