This form has been in cultivation in New Zealand for more than 30 years, and has proved to be hardy in frost-free areas.
Seed sown in 1992, mother plant was a large form similar in size to Tillandsia pseudobaileyi. As of May 2004, the bulbous parts of the plants are around 4cm. high and the overall height 10cm. In our current pricelists.
This form appears occasionally in commercial shipments out of Guatemala, and may be a natural hybrid.
High altitude plant, 1000 to 2300 meters. From southern Mexico and central America where it is epiphytic in mostly dry open habitats, Will tolerate a bit more moisture and shade than silver-leafed species, but appreciates good light.
