Tillandsia riohondoensis

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) riohondoensis Ehlers (2015)

[ Etymology ] Rio Hondo valley in Guatemala, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

It resembles Tillandsia capitata. The stem is long and it produces offsets not only at the bottom of the foliage but also along the stem. Thin leaves are covered with thick trichomes and thin.

[ Width ] 40 mm
[ Height ] 20 mm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] riohondoensis

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia capitata 'Rio Hondo'
Tillandsia capitata 'Silver Rose'

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
Sep 2025 It keeps growing.

Jul 2024 Roots began to grow.

Jan 2022 A root began to grow.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Nov 2021 It keeps growing.
Mar 2021 A root began to grow.

Sep 2020 Good condition. 2 offsets are growing at the bottom of the foliage.