
Peru (Ica, Arequipa),
Chile (Arica y Parinacota)
600 - 800 m elevation
Terrestrial on desert sands
Tillandsia marconae
Tillandsia (Phytarrhiza) marconae W. Till and Vitek (1985)
- [ Etymology ] Lomas de Marcona in Peru, a natural habitat of this species
- [ Classification ] genus Tillandsia - subgenus Phytarrhiza
Photographs
- [ Cultivation data ]
- [ Green foliages ]
- [ Roots ]
Features
- [ Blooming ] ?
- [ Flower ] ?
- [ Fregrance ] ?
- [ Blooming size ] 1 - 2 cm (W) x 5 - 7 cm (H)
- Relatively feeble species. Very low degree of drought tolerance. Easily form clumps.
Cultivaton tips
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.
Very high watering frequency cultivation
Grows well.
Cultivation Log (2nd foliage)
- May 2022 A root began to grow at the bottom of a foliage.
- Aug. 2021 It keeps growing.
- Oct. 2018 Good condition.