Tillandsia funebris

Tillandsia (Diaphoranthema) funebris A. Castellanos (1933)

[ Etymology ] funebris in Latin (dismal)

The small rosette is composed of rigid leaves. Produces many offsets.
It resembles Tillandsia rectangula. Leaves of Tillandsia funebris is up to 50 mm long and longer than the stem. The stem branches frequently. Floral bracts are larger and are almost same size as sepals.

[ Width ] 5 cm
[ Height ] 3 cm

Plant
Root

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Diaphoranthema
[ Group ] rectangula
[ Species ] funebris

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
Sep. 2024 It keeps growing.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.
May 2021 A root began to grow.

Sep. 2020 Good condition.