Distributed in Río Puccha, Huari, Ancash, Peru at altitudes from 2,700 to 3,000 m.

Saxicolous on steep rock faces of rocky slopes.

Tillandsia stellifera

Tillandsia (Allardtia) stellifera L. Hromadnik (2005)

Etymology: stelli + fera in Latin (stars + having)
Classification: genus Tillandsia - subgenus Allardtia

Photographs

[ Cultivation data ]
[ Green foliages ]
[ Pups ]

Features

[ Blooming ] ?
[ Flower ] ?
[ Fregrance ] ?
[ Blooming size ] 1 - 2 cm (W) x 5 - 10 cm (L)
Sturdy species. Relatively high degree of drought, high/low-temperature tolerance.

Cultivaton tips

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.

High watering frequency cultivation

Grows well.

Cultivation Log

Sept. 2020 It keeps growing.
Feb. 2020 The growing point was dispatched. Both the original foliage and the growing points are alive.

May 2019 It keeps growing.

May 2017 Good condition. 3 offsets are growing.