El Potrerillo, Río Sauce Grande, Candelaria, Salta, Argentina
1,100 - 1,200 m elevation
Saxicolous on rocky banks of the river
Tillandsia albertiana
Caulescent form
Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) albertiana Vervoorst (1969)
- [ Etymology ] Alberto Castellanos (1896 - 1968), an Argentine botanist
- It is pendulous as the stem grows long.
- A tiny species with beautiful red flowers which is big comparing to the size of the foliage. Propagates well.
- [ Width ] 4 cm
- [ Length ] 10 cm
- [ Petal ] Red
Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Subgenus ] Anoplophytum
- [ Species ] albertiana
- [ Cultivar ] Caulescent form
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 sun, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
- Aug. 2024 Good condition.