Tillandsia mitlaensis

var. tulensis

Tillandsia mitlaensis W. Weber and Ehlers (1983) var. tulensis Lautner and Ehlers (2001)

[ Etymology ] Mitla in Mexico, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)
[ Etymology ] El Tule in Mexico, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

Pure white rosette is very beautiful as leaves are covered with thick and long trichomes.
The plant has long stem, whereas the standard variety is stemless.

[ Width ] 5 cm
[ Length ] 20 cm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] mitlaensis
[ Variety ] tulensis

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, AC / Heater
Nov. 2024 It keeps growing.

Apr. 2022 A root began to grow from the middle of the stem.

Aug. 2021 2 more offsets began to grow at the middle of the foliage.
July 2021 The 2nd offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
Feb. 2021 An offset began to grow at the middle of the foliage.

Jul. 2019 Roots began to grow.

Jul. 2018 Good condition.