Tillandsia novakii

Tillandsia (Tillandsia) novakii H. Luther (1991)

[ Etymology ] A. J. Novak, who collected the first specimen of this species.

Large size plant having a long stem. Leaves are always reddish and are covered with trichomes.

[ Width ] 30 cm
[ Length ] 100 cm

Plant

Classification

[ Genus ] Tillandsia
[ Subgenus ] Tillandsia
[ Species ] novakii

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
Mar 2009 It keeps growing.

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

Jan 2005 It has grown to twice in length..

Aug 2004 The temperature rises above 30 degree C for 40 days, and the highest temperature was over 39 degree C.