Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
werner-rauhiana
ID:
1329168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koide & Takiz.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 64: 187 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341622



Common Names

  • Tillandsia Werner-Rauhiana
  • Werner-Rauhiana Tillandsia
  • Werner-Rauhiana Werner-Rauh's Tillandsia


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Description

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana (also called 'Werner-Rauhiana Tillandsia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Central America. It has long, thin stems with two to four leaves, and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals. It grows in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia werner-rauhiana is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The root ball should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Tillandsia werner-rauhiana

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia werner-rauhiana?

Tillandsia werner-rauhiana

What type of plant is Tillandsia werner-rauhiana?

Air Plant

What is the optimal temperature for Tillandsia werner-rauhiana?

15-25°C

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

Pamela Koide (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koide' in the authors string.
Hiroyuki Takizawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Takiz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145189-1: 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].