Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
dorisdaltoniae
ID:
578367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ibisch, R.Vásquez, I.G.Vargas & W.Till

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Boliv. Bot. 4: 45 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577699

Common Names

  • Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae
  • Dorisdaltoniae Tillandsia
  • Dorisdaltoniae Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae (also called Doris Dalton'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 moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae has a small flower with a yellow-green bract and a white corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae 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 dorisdaltoniae

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

Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae?

Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae

What is the family of Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae?

Bromeliaceae

What is the natural habitat of Tillandsia dorisdaltoniae?

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

Pierre Ibisch (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ibisch' in the authors string.
Walter Till (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Till' in the authors string.
I.G. Vargas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.G.Vargas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70029329-1: 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].