Tillandsia tafiensis

Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) tafiensis (L. B. Smith) Gouda (2015)

[ Etymology ] Tafi in Argentina, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

It resembles Tillandsia xiphioides. The flower of Tillandsia tafiensis is blue whereas that of Tillandsia xiphioides is white.

[ Petal ] Blue

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Classification

genus Tillandsia
subgenus Anoplophytum

[ Synonyms ]
Tillandsia friesii sensu A. Castellanos
Tillandsia odorata Gillies ex Baker
Tillandsia xiphioides Ker Gawler (1816) var. tafiensis L. B. Smith (1970)

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.

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