Comparing Tillandsia Brachycaulos varieties — notes from growing several

I've grown several varieties within the Tillandsia Brachycaulos family and have some observations to share. extraordinary architectural forms from spiralling to globe-shaped varies noticeably between them, more than catalogue descriptions suggest. The care fundamentals are shared — providing bright indirect light or outdoor shade in summer applies across all of them.

dehydration shown by rolled or curled leaves affects some more than others, particularly in adverse conditions. I grow mine in a decorative driftwood or cork bark mount which works well for most varieties. most vigorous growth in warm humid summer months is the clearest moment of differentiation between varieties — that's when the character of each comes through. Worth growing a few side by side if you have the space.