Tillandsia humilis

Tillandsia (Phytarrhiza) humilis C. Presl (1827)

[ Etymology ] humilis in Latin (short height)

Feeble species. Very low degree of high-temperature tolerance.

[ Small size ] W 15 x H 10 cm

[ Plant ]
[ Offset ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Phytarrhiza

[ Synonym ]
Tillandsia aureobrunnea Mez
Tillandsia dombeyi Baker (1889)
Keshque (Local name)
Tillandsia mathewsii Baker (1887)

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.

3rd Plant

Partial sun, Dipping,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Dec. 2023 Good condition.

2nd Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Aug. 2021 It died.
July 2021 The stem turned brown and it starts dying.
Jan. 2021 An offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.

Dec. 2020 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking,
Shelving, No air conditioning

Sept. 2003 It died.
Aug. 2003 2 offsets began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.