Quebrada Colorada, Cafayate, Salta, Argentina
1,700 m elevation
Saxicolous on steep rocks
Tillandsia colorata
forma flavescens
Tillandsia (Aerobia) colorata L. Hromadnik (2009) forma flavescens L. Hromadnik (2009)
- [ Etymology ] Quebrada Colorada in Argentina, a natural habitat of this species
- [ Etymology ] flavescens in Latin (turns yellowish)
- Leaves are yellowish green, whereas those of the standard form is green.
Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Subgenus ] Aerobia
- [ Species ] colorata
- [ Form ] flavescens
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, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
- Jul 2025 A dispatched offset.