Tillandsia capillaris

Curved leaf type

Tillandsia (Diaphoranthema) capillaris Ruiz and Pavon (1802)

[ Etymology ] capillaris in Latin (like hair)

Leaves are recurved.
Leaves easily die, and cultivation is difficult.

[ Width ] 20 mm
[ Length ] 4 cm

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Diaphoranthema
[ Group ] capillaris
[ Species ] capillaris
[ Cultivar ] Curved leaf type

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
Full sun, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Jun. 2024 It began to grow well.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov. 2021 It keeps growing but most of leaves at the bottom of the stem died.

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

Mar. 2019 It keeps growing.

Oct. 2017 Good condition.