Tillandsia cauligera

Tillandsia (Allardtia) cauligera Mez (1906)

[ Etymology ] caulis + gera in Latin (stem + have)

Long stem plant. It is so sensitive to the changes of the circumstances that it is relatively hard to cultivate.

[ Small size ] W 50 x L 300 mm

[ Plant ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Allardtia

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

July 2023 It keeps growing.

May 2022 It keeps growing.

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

Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.

July 2020 Good condition.

1st Plant

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

June 2007 It died.

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

Nov. 2005 The growing point turned brown and died.
Sept. 2005 The stem has grown long.

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

Sept. 2003 The stem grew longer.