Tillandsia arhiza

Tillandsia (Phytarrhiza) arhiza Mez (1896)

[ Etymology ] a + rhiza in Latin (no + roots)

It grew up to 1 m long.
It resembles paleacea but the inflorescence is branched. The inflorescence of Tillandsia paleacea is simple.
It resembles Tillandsia streptocarpa but the stem is longer than leaves. The stem of Tillandsia streptocarpa is shorter than leaves.

[ Width ] 5 cm
[ Length ] 20 cm

[ Cultivar ]
Large form

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Phytarrhiza
[ Species ] arhiza

[ Variety ]
rupestris => Tillandsia arhiza

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia breweri hort. ex D. Butcher (1996)
Tillandsia rupestris Mez (1896)
Tillandsia rupestris Mez (1896) var. pendens Chodat and Vischer (1916)

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
May 2025 Good condition.