Tillandsia extensa

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) extensa Mez (1906)

[ Etymology ] extensus in Latin (spread out)

Leaves are reddish purple, and rigid.

[ Width ] 40 cm
[ Height ] 50 cm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] extensa

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
Aug. 2024 It keeps growing.

Jul. 2023 Roots began to grow.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.

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

Jul. 2019 A root began to grow.

May 2018 2 offsets began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
May 2018 A root began to grow.
Jan. 2018 Good condition.