Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
donatoi
ID:
578356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bradea 4: 316 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577688

Common Names

  • Tillandsia donatoi
  • Donatoi Tillandsia
  • Donatoi Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia donatoi (also called Donato's Airplant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia donatoi is used as an ornamental plant, air purifier, and for decoration in terrariums and vivariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia donatoi has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia donatoi is a small, epiphytic species from Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, filtered light and should be watered regularly with a light misting. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tillandsia donatoi

Tillandsia donatoi can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tillandsia donatoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia donatoi?

Tillandsia donatoi

What is the family of Tillandsia donatoi?

Bromeliaceae

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia donatoi?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286142-2: 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].