Tillandsia balsasensis

Tillandsia (Viridantha) balsasensis Rauh (1976)

[ Etymology ] Balsas in Peru + ensis in Latin (originating in)

True Tillandsia balsasensis looks like a small form of Tillandsia tectorum with white flowers. Plants labeled as Tillandsia sp. aff. lorentziana are erroneously traded under the name of Tillandsia 'balsasensis'.

[ Width ] 3 cm
[ Height ] 4 cm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Viridantha
[ Species ] balsasensis

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 2024 It keeps growing.

Aug. 2021 3 offsets began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.

Up to this point
Partial shade, Dipping,
Shelving, Summer AC
Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.
Jan. 2020 A root began to grow.

Oct. 2019 Good condition.