Santiago Nacaltepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
1,300 - 1,500 m elevation
Saxicolous on steep cliffs
Tillandsia schusteri
Tillandsia schusteri Rauh (1986)
- [ Etymology ] Wayne Schuster, collector who collected the first specimen of this plant.
- The rosette is composed of very long leaves.
- [ Medium size ] W 40 x H 50 cm
Classification
- genus 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
- July 2023 Many roots began to grow.
- Cultivation condition up to this point
- Partial sun, Long soaking,
- Shelving, Full air conditioning
- Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.
- June 2020 It keeps growing.
- Cultivation condition up to this point
- Partial shade, Long soaking,
- Shelving, Summer air conditioning
- Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.
- Feb. 2019 Good condition.