Tillandsia divaricata

Tillandsia (Allardtia) latifolia Meyen (1834) var. divaricata (Bentham) Mez (1896)

[ Etymology ] divaricatus in Latin (spread out)

Large plant having a long stem.

[ Large size ] W 20 x L 100 cm

[ Green foliages ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia

[ Synonyms ]
Achupalla (Local name)
Tillandsia gayi Baker (1889)
Tillandsia kunthiana Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1842) var. divaricata (Bentham) L. B. Smith (1960)
Tillandsia (Allardtia) latifolia Meyen (1834) var. divaricata (Bentham) Mez (1896)
Tillandsia minor Mez and Sodiro (1904)

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.

1st Plant

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

Oct. 2005 The growing point turned brown and died.
Apr. 2005 Growing in the good condition.

Sept. 2004 The growing point turned brown and died.
Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.