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Airplant

Tillandsia polystachia

Least Concern

About

The Airplant (Tillandsia polystachia) is a species in the genus Tillandsia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, and United States.

🇨🇺 Cuba 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Species

Tillandsia polystachia (Airplant)

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Tillandsia utriculata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Airplant?

The scientific name of Airplant is Tillandsia polystachia. It belongs to the genus Tillandsia.

What is the conservation status of Airplant?

Airplant (Tillandsia polystachia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Airplant live?

Airplant is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, and United States.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, United States.

What family does Airplant belong to?

Airplant (Tillandsia polystachia) belongs to the genus Tillandsia, which is part of the taxonomic family Bromeliaceae.

Is Airplant endangered?

No, Airplant (Tillandsia polystachia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Airplant belong to?

Airplant (Tillandsia polystachia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Airplant?

The closest relatives of Airplant in the genus Tillandsia include Louisianamoos, Airplant, Bulbous airplant, jumbie-pineapple, Northern needleleaf.