Tillandsia mitlaensis

var. tulensis

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) mitlaensis W. Weber and Ehlers (1983) var. tulensis Lautner and Ehlers (2001)

[ Etymology ] Mitla in México, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)
[ Etymology ] El Tule in México, a natural habitat of this species + ensis in Latin (originating in)

Pure white rosette is very beautiful as leaves are covered with thick and long trichomes.
The plant has long stem, whereas the standard variety is stemless.

[ Width ] 5 cm
[ Length ] 20 cm

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] mitlaensis
[ Variety ] tulensis

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
Aug 2025 It keeps growing.

Apr 2022 A root began to grow from the middle of the stem.

Aug 2021 2 more offsets began to grow at the middle of the foliage.
Jul 2021 The 2nd offset began to grow at the bottom of the foliage.
Feb 2021 An offset began to grow at the middle of the foliage.

Jul 2019 Roots began to grow.

Jul 2018 Good condition.