Tillandsia chiapensis

Tillandsia chiapensis

T046
S. Gardner
1978
Chiapas, Mexico
(600m)

Beautifull lithophyte, indigenous to limestone canyon walls in Chiapas.  It's scurfy, leathery, pink leaves are covered with dense trichomes. The pink inflated and rarely branched inflorescence prouces dark violet flowers. The colorful spike can last up to one year. Easy to grow mounted on wood or cork.  Makes several offsets.  Prefers bright light and plenty of air movement.

  • Easy, beginners level


filtered sun
temperate
semi dry
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