Tillandsia sphaerocephala

Tillandsia (Allardtia) sphaerocephala Baker (1888)

[ Etymology ] sphaericus + cephalatus in Latin (rounded + head)

The rosette is composed of dark green leaves showing a metallic luster.
It resembles Tillandsia schreiteri. Flowers of Tillandsia sphaerocephala are violet, whereas those of Tillandsia schreiteri are white.

[ Small size ] W 15 x H 20 cm
[ Petal ] Violet

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[ Leaf ]
[ Root ]

Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Allardtia

[ Variety ]
var. tarijensis

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

Oct. 2023 An offset died due to bacterial soft rot.
Sept. 2023 The original foliage died and was removed. 2 offsets keep growing.

Cultivation condition up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking,
Shelving, Full air conditioning

Nov. 2021 It keeps growing.
Feb. 2021 The 3rd offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage but it died soon.

July 2020 The 2nd offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
May 2020 The inflorescence died. An offset keeps growing.

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

Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

July 2019 An inflorescence began to grow.
June 2019 2 offsets began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
May 2019 Roots grow very long.
Apr. 2019 Good condition.