Tillandsia streptophylla

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) streptophylla Scheidweiler (1836)

[ Etymology ] strepto + phyllon in Latin (twisted + leaf)

The rosette changes drastically depending on the humidity. When the plant is dry, leaves roll back tightly.

[ Width ] 40 cm
[ Height ] 50 cm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] streptophylla

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia circinnata Schlechtendal (1845)
Tillandsia tortilis Brongniart ex É. Morren

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, Dipping, Shelving, AC / Heater
Feb. 2025 It keeps growing.

Up to this point
Partial sun, Long soaking, Shelving, AC / Heater
Dec. 2021 The foliage was elongated vertically.

Sep. 2020 Roots began to grow.
Aug. 2020 Leaves around the growing point turnd reddish color.
Up to this point
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Summer AC
Apr. 2020 It keeps growing.

Jul. 2019 The center of the foliage began to stand up..
Apr. 2019 It keeps growing.

Up to this point
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Apr. 2018 It keeps growing.

Oct. 2017 Leaves around the growing point turnd reddish color.
Jul. 2017 Roots began to grow.
Mar. 2017 Good condition.

1st Plant

Cultivation condition
Partial shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Jul. 2007 The growing point died.

Oct. 2006 Moved to another site. Cultivation condition is almost same as the previous site.

Oct. 2005 Leaves at the bottom of the foliage died.

Nov. 2004 Roots began to grow.
Aug. 2004 The temperature rises above 30 °C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 °C.