Tillandsia califani

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) califani Rauh

[ Etymology ] Dr. Luigi Califano, a botanist in Napoli

It produces long sword-like inflorescence during the flowering period.

[ Width ] 30 cm
[ Height ] 30 cm

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] califani

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia califanii (mis-spelling, invalid)

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 shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Jul 2007 It died.

Dec 2006 The growing point of the foliage turned brown and is dying.
Oct 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.

Jan 2005 The center of the foliage turned red.

Aug 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.
Aug 2004 Roots began to grow, and leaves grow very well.