Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
minutiflora
ID:
1316679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donadio

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 49: 132 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329133

Common Names

  • Tillandsia minutiflora
  • Small-flowered Tillandsia
  • Tiny-flowered Airplant

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Description

Tillandsia minutiflora (also called Minutiflora Tillandsia, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 1500-2500m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tillandsia minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tillandsia minutiflora has small white flowers. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tillandsia minutiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Tillandsia minutiflora

Tillandsia minutiflora is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Tillandsia minutiflora FAQ

What is the common name of Tillandsia minutiflora?

Minutiflora Tillandsia

What type of soil does Tillandsia minutiflora prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Tillandsia minutiflora prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

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

Sabina Donadío (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donadío' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60458125-2: 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].