Tillandsia lucida

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) lucida É. Morren in Baker (1889)

[ Etymology ] lucidus in Latin (shining)

It was very difficult to cultivate.

[ Width ] 70 cm
[ Height ] 50 cm

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] lucida

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 shade, Long soaking, Shelving, Indoors
Sep 2004 The growing point died.
Aug 2004 The temperature rises above 30 degree C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 degree C.
May 2004 It keeps growing.

Mar 2003 Good condition.