Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
yerba-santae
ID:
587940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehlers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 40: 268 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587272



Common Names

  • Tillandsia yerba-santae
  • Yerba-santae Airplant
  • Yerba-santae Tillandsia


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Description

Tillandsia yerba-santae (also called Yerba Santa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It grows in humid and wet habitats, such as in rainforests, and has long, narrow, and curved leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia yerba-santae is a popular houseplant, often used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in terrariums, and can be used to add texture and color to any space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tillandsia yerba-santae is small and white with four petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia yerba-santae is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Tillandsia yerba-santae

Tillandsia yerba-santae is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady places such as streambanks, moist meadows, and open woods.

Tillandsia yerba-santae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia yerba-santae?

Tillandsia yerba-santae

What is the family of Tillandsia yerba-santae?

Bromeliaceae

What is the common name of Tillandsia yerba-santae?

Yerba-santae airplant

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

Renate Ehlers (1929-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehlers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286221-2: 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].