Tillandsia seideliana

Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) seideliana E. Pereira (1979)

[ Etymology ] Alvim Seidel (1926 - 2007), who collected the first specimen of this species.

A long stem plant having narrow leaves.
It seems that it requires very high frequency watering.
Some researchers treat as a synonym of Tillandsia montana.

[ Small size ] W 40 x L 60 mm

[ Plant ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Anoplophytum

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.

2nd Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Sept. 2021 It died from the bottom of the foliage.

June 2020 It keeps growing.

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

Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

Apr. 2019 It keeps growing.

Dec. 2018 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking,
Shelving, No air conditioning

Dec. 2004 It died.
Sept. 2004 A foliage in the clump died.
Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.

Aug. 2003 It keeps growing.

Aug. 2000 Good condition.