Tillandsia klausii

Tillandsia klausii Ehlers (1988)

[ Etymology ] Klaus Ehlers, who collected the first specimen of this species.

The base of the plant is slightly bulbous, and leaves are covered with thick trichomes.

[ Width ] 4 cm
[ Height ] 5 cm

Plant
Root

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] klausii

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 sun, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Sep. 2024 A root began to grow at the middle of the stem.

May 2023 A root began to grow.

Jan 2022 The root keeps growing.

Jun. 2021 A root began to grow.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Oct. 2008 Two roots began to grow.
May 2008 A root keeps growing.

Dec. 2007 A root has grown long.
Aug. 2007 In very good condition. Roots grow lively. Did the change of the sun light condition affect well?
Jul. 2007 Roots began to grow.

Dec. 2006 The foliage is growing very well.
Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.

Sep. 2005 Leaves at the bottom of the foliage began to die.
Jun. 2005 Roots began to grow.

Dec. 2004 Good condition.