Tillandsia hirta

Tillandsia (Diaphoranthema) hirta W. Till and H. Hromadnik (1984)

[ Etymology ] hirtus in Latin (having short bristles)

A small size plant having distichous rod-shaped leaves. It grows very slowly.

[ Small size ] W 20 x H 40 mm

[ Plant ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Diaphoranthema
myosura group

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
Dappled shade, Dipping,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Oct. 2023 The plant died as the stem rotted.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial sun, Dipping,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Feb. 2023 Leaves were damaged by a sunburn, and it stopped growing.

Oct. 2022 It keeps growing.

Oct. 2021 Good condition.