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.

[ Width ] 2 cm
[ Height ] 4 cm

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Diaphoranthema
[ Group ] myosura
[ Species ] hirta

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.

2nd Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Jul 2025 It keeps growing.

Oct 2024 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Dappled shade, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Oct 2023 The plant died as the stem rotted.
Up to this point
Partial sun, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Feb 2023 Leaves were damaged by a sunburn, and it stopped growing.

Oct 2021 Good condition.