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Other Little published: much of this is inferred from related species

Tillandsia elongata

A widespread lowland epiphytic Tillandsia found from southern Mexico (Yucatán) through Central America to Jamaica, Trinidad and northern South America. Observations come from warm, seasonally dry lowlands such as Tulum, Mérida and the Panama Canal area, so it wants bright light, warmth and fast-drying conditions.

At home, aim for
Day Warm-growingTargets in Plantistry
Night Close to the dayTargets in Plantistry
Humidity Ordinary room humidityBand in Plantistry
Light Bright, filtered lightDLI and PPFD in Plantistry
Expects a seasonal restGrows on trees (epiphyte)

Where it grows wild

A lowland epiphyte of dry to moist forest and open wooded areas, recorded as far as coastal Yucatán.

Mainly lowlands; no published elevation range was found.

MexicoCentral AmericaJamaicaTrinidadColombiaVenezuelaGuyanaBrazil (North)

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✓ Day and night temperature targets, and the limits it tolerates
✓ Humidity band, and how to hold it
✓ Light as DLI and PPFD for a grow light
✓ Wet and dry seasons, and whether to rest it
✓ Substrate and airflow
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