Huaraz, Ancash, Peru
2,500 - 3,000 m elevation
Saxicolous
Tillandsia huarazensis
Tillandsia huarazensis Ehlers and Till (1988)
- [ Etymology ] Huaraz province in Peru, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)
- A large plant having thick leaves with a metalic luster.
- [ Width ] 20 cm
- [ Height ] 30 cm
Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Subgenus ] Allardtia
- [ Species ] huarazensis
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 shade, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
- Sep. 2020 It died.
- Up to this point
- Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Summer AC
- Apr. 2020 Leaves die one by one from the bottom of the foliage even if some watering method were tried.
- Aug. 2019 A root began to grow.
- Feb. 2019 Good condition.