between Santa Cruz and Cochabamba, Bolivia
1,500 m elevation
Saxicolous on steep rocky slopes
Tillandsia edithae
var. araucariifolia
Tillandsia (Allardtia) edithae Rauh (1974) var. araucariifolia Gouda (2014)
- [ Etymology ] Ms. Edith Blass, wife of A. Blass who collected the first specimen of Tillandsia edithae
- [ Etymology ] Araucoario (resembles to Araucaria araucana (Monkey-puzzle tree)) + folia in Latin (leaves)
- Leaves are erect and short.
- [ Spring bloomer ] June
- No photo
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.
Cultivation Log
- No records