Tillandsia fresnilloensis

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) fresnilloensis W. Weber and Ehlers (1983)

[ Etymology ] Fresnillo in Mexico, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

It resembles Tillandsia karwinskyana. Tillandsia karwinskyana is larger and distributes in the eastern side of the central Mexico. On the other hand, Tillandsia fresnilloensis is smaller and distributes in the western side of the central Mexico.

[ Width ] 3 cm
[ Height ] 5 cm

[ Flower ] April - June

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
Species[ ] fresnilloensis

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 2025 A root began to grow.

Jul 2023 2 roots began to grow. The offset died.

Sep 2022 Both the original foliage and the offset keep growing.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov 2021 It keeps growing.
Apr 2021 An offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.

Dec 2020 Good condition.