Tillandsia jaliscomonticola

Tillandsia jaliscomonticola Matuda (1961)

[ Etymology ] Jalisco of Mexico, a natural habitat of this species + monticola in Latin (mauntain dweller)

The flower spike is 6 - 8 cm wide and wider than Tillandsia magnispica which distributes in Oaxaca.

[ Medium size ] W 40 x H 40 cm
[ Spring bloomer ] October - December

[ Plant ]
[ Root ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia jalisco-monticola

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, Long soaking,
Shelving, No air conditioning

Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.
July 2006 Many roots began to grow.

Oct. 2005 The foliage began to spread out.
June 2005 Many roots began to grow.