Tillandsia arhiza

Tillandsia (Phytarrhiza) arhiza Mez (1896)

[ Etymology ] a + rhiza in Latin (no + roots)

It grew up to 1 m long.

[ Large size ] W 30 x L 100 cm

[ Plant ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Phytarrhiza

[ Variety ]
Tillandsia arhiza var. rupestris => Tillandsia arhiza

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia breweri hort. ex D. Butcher (1996)
Tillandsia rupestris Mez (1896)
Tillandsia rupestris Mez (1896) var. pendens Chodat and Vischer (1916)

Cultivation

Informations summarized here are based on our experiences, and TrekGEO does not guarantee the results by cultivating in the same or similar conditions described here. Even a species of Tillandsia differs substantially between individuals, and is very sensitive in changes of environments. Applicatons of any idea inspired by this site should be at your own risks.

2nd Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial sun, Dipping,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

May 2023 It keeps growing.

Mar. 2022 It keeps growing up to approximately 1 m.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.

Aug. 2020 It keeps growing.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial shade, Long soaking,
Shelving, Summer air conditioning

Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

May 2019 It keeps growing.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, No air conditioning

Apr. 2018 Leaves are damaged by direct sun light.
Jan. 2018 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking,
Shelving, No air conditioning

Mar. 2009 It is still alive but there has been no outstanding changes.

Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.

Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.