Yautepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
Tillandsia leucolepis
Tillandsia leucolepis L. B. Smith (1963)
- [ Etymology ] leuco + lepis in Latin (white + scale)
- The rosette is composed of leather-like leaves having the rough surface.
- [ Width ] 15 cm
- [ Height ] 30 cm
Classification
- [ Genus ] Tillandsia
- [ Species ] leucolepis
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, Indoors
- Mar. 2009 Its condition is not good.
- Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.
- Jan. 2005 The size of the foliage became smaller.
- Oct. 2004 Roots began to grow.
- Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.
- May 2004 Many roots began to grow.