Padera da Gávea, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
800 - 850 m
Saxicolous
Tillandsia brachyphylla
Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) brachyphylla Baker (1889)
- [ Etymology ] brachy + phyll in Latin (short + leaves)
- Succulent leaves covered with thick trichomes.
- [ Width ] 3 cm
- [ Height ] 5 cm
Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Subgenus ] Anoplophytum
- [ Species ] brachyphylla
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
- Jul. 2024 It keeps growing.
- Sep. 2023 A root began to grow.
- Aug. 2023 Good condition.