Argentina

Tillandsia andicola

Tillandsia (Diaphoranthema) andicola Gillies ex Baker (1878)

[ Etymology ] andi + cola in Latin (Andes Mountains + inhabitant of)

A small species. Produces many offsets.

[ Width ] 3 cm
[ Height ] 6 cm
[ Petal ] Pale yellow
[ Bract ] Green
[ Flower ] November - December

1st Plant 2003 - 2006

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Diaphoranthema
[ Group ] myosura
[ Species ] andicola

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia nappii Lorentz and Niederlein var. darwinii Lorentz and Niederlein

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, AC / Heater
Apr. 2024 It keeps growing.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.

Up to this point
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Summer AC
Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

Oct. 2018 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.
Feb. 2006 Offsets are growing very well. The clump comprises more than 8 foliages.

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

Nov. 2003 2 offsets began to grow.
Nov. 2003 It flowered.