Tillandsia tenuifolia

var. saxicola

Tillandsia (Anoplophytum) tenuifolia Linnaeus (1753) var. saxicola (L. B. Smith) L. B. Smith (1962)

[ Etymology ] tenui + folium in Latin (narrow + leaf)
[ Etymology ] saxicola in Latin (grows between rocks)

Dorsi-ventral, i.e., leaves are curved in a direction.

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Anoplophytum
[ Species ] tenuifolia
[ Variety ] saxicola

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, AC / Heater
Sep 2025 Good condition.