Tillandsia mima

var. chiletensis

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) mima L. B. Smith (1945) var. chiletensis Rauh (1977)

[ Etymology ] mimicus in Latin (mimicking)
[ Etymology ] Chilete in Peru, a natural habitat of this spcies + ensis in Latin (originating in)

The plant is smaller than the standard variety.
Offsets grow on the inflorescence.

[ Medium size ] W 20 x H 20 cm

[ Plant ]
[ Root ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus 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 sun, Dipping,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Nov. 2023 It keeps growing.

Dec. 2022 It keeps growing.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.
July 2021 A root began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.

Aug. 2020 It keeps growing.

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

Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

Aug. 2019 An offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
May 2019 Good condition.