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barbe grise

Tillandsia usneoides

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

French barbe grise
German Louisianamoos
Portuguese barba-de-velho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of barbe grise?
The scientific name of barbe grise is Tillandsia usneoides. It belongs to the genus Tillandsia.
What is the conservation status of barbe grise?
barbe grise (Tillandsia usneoides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does barbe grise live?
barbe grise is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Seychelles, South Africa, Taiwan.
What family does barbe grise belong to?
barbe grise (Tillandsia usneoides) belongs to the genus Tillandsia, which is part of the taxonomic family Bromeliaceae.
Is barbe grise endangered?
No, barbe grise (Tillandsia usneoides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does barbe grise belong to?
barbe grise (Tillandsia usneoides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of barbe grise?
The closest relatives of barbe grise in the genus Tillandsia include Airplant, Bulbous airplant, jumbie-pineapple, Northern needleleaf, Sky plant.

Native Range — 12 Countries

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