Tillandsia lydiae

Tillandsia lydiae Ehlers (2000)

[ Etymology ] Lydia Köhres, who collected the first specimen of this species

The bulbous rosette is composed of rigid leaves.
Some researchers consider this plant is a natural hybrid of between Tillandsia caputmedusae and Tillandsia circinnatoides.

[ Small size ] W 40 x H 70 mm
[ Petal ] Pale violet
[ Bract ] Green
[ Summer bloomer ] July
[ Flowering ] for 30 days (max.)

[ Plant ]
[ Inflorescence ]
[ Flower ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia

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

Jan. 2007 The bottom of the foliage turned brown and died..

Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.

June 2005 No change in appearance.

Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.
July 2004 It bloomed.
May 2004 An inflorescence began to grow.