Tillandsia macbrideana

Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) macbrideana L. B. Smith (1930)

[ Etymology ] James Francis Macbride (1892 - 1976), who collected the first specimen of this species.

Long stem with grayish white leaves. Leaves are 3 - 4 cm long.
Seriously damaged in summer and it was very difficult to cultivate.

[ Small size ] W 7 x H 10 cm

[ Plant ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Anoplophytum

[ Variety ]
var. atroviolacea (Long stem, Dark purple leaves, Pink floral brackts)
var. longifolia (Short stem, Long scape, Curled leaf tips)
var. longispica (Short stem, No scape, 15 cm long flower spike)
var. macbrideana (Long stem, Gray to white leaves up to 3 - 4 cm)
var. major (Long stem, Gray to white leaves up to 10 cm)

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 up to this point
Partial shade, Long soaking,
Shelving, Summer air conditioning

May 2020 It died.

Oct. 2019 The bottom side of the foliage was rotten and removed. The top side is still alive.
July 2019 Leaves at the bottom of the foliage began to die.
May 2019 Good condition.