Tillandsia paraensis

Green form

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) paraensis Mez (1894)

[ Etymology ] State of Para in Brazil, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

A bulbose rosette. Thin leaves are covered with few trichomes.

[ Width ] 40 mm
[ Height ] 60 mm

[ Cultivar ]
Silver form
Green form

Plant
Root

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] paraensis
[ Cultivar ] Green form

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia sanctae-crucis S. Moore ex Mez (1896)
Tillandsia juruana Ule (1907)

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
Dappled shade, Soaking and misting, Shelving, AC / Heater
Oct. 2024 The 2nd root began to grow.
May 2024 A root began to grow.

May 2023 A root began to grow.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov. 2022 Leaves began to die.
Jan. 2022 Roots keep growing.

Jul. 2021 Roots are growing.