Río Puchca, Huari, Ancash, Peru
2,300 - 3,000 m elevation
Saxicolous on vertical cliffs
Tillandsia heteromorpha
Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) heteromorpha Mez (1906)
- [ Etymology ] hetero + morphus in Latin (various + shape)
- A long stem plant having thick trichomes. It grows slow and long.
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Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Subgenus ] Anoplophytum
- [ Species ] heteromorpha
- [ Variety ]
- heteromorpha (Metallic luster as trichomes are not standing up.)
- rauhii (Trichomes are standing up.)
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.
Cultivation Log
- No records