Tillandsia espinosae
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- With care tips from our master gardener
- Safely packaged in special protective packaging.
- Pot size: Ø 6.0cm
Tillandsia espinosae is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Care instructions for your
Care instructions for your
Tillandsias don't need soil; they absorb moisture and nutrients through their leaves. Mist your Tillandsia espinosae 2–3 times a week with low-lime water/rainwater or briefly submerge them. They appreciate a bright location with good air circulation.
Care instructions for your air plant
Care instructions for your air plant
Tillandsias don't need soil; they absorb moisture and nutrients through their leaves. Mist your Tillandsia espinosae 2–3 times a week with low-lime water/rainwater or briefly submerge them. They appreciate a bright location with good air circulation.
Delivery & Shipping
Delivery & Shipping
We pack each plant with love and care in our specially developed protective packaging. This ensures that your plants arrive healthy and undamaged.
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The Tillandsia espinosae belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and originally comes from South America, especially from the region around Mexico and Peru. It cannot be clearly assigned to either Tillandsia or Vriesea.
Appearance
The Tillandsia espinosae has green leaves. When the tillandsia flowers, the central leaves turn a vibrant red and small blue flowers appear, though it can take several years for it to start blooming.
Care
The Tillandsia espinosae requires a shady location with high humidity and is not suitable for the garden. It is best to soak the tillandsia in rainwater once a week, submerging the entire plant in the water and then allowing it to dry again. Make sure that no water ever remains in the leaf rosette and add suitable fertilizer every other time in summer. Another way to water the tillandsia is to spray it with water several times a week. If rainwater is not available, either let tap water stand overnight in a bowl or mix it with distilled water, which prevents calcification of the tillandsia. You can tell if tillandsias are thirsty by their leaves curling when they get too dry.
Name: Tillandsia espinosae or also known as Vriesea espinosae.
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: The Tillandsia espinosae originally comes from South America, primarily from Mexico to Peru.
Appearance
Color: Green leaves arranged in a rosette shape.
Bloom: During flowering, the tillandsia develops bright red leaves in the center and blue flowers appear.
Size: Ø 5-7cm; Height: 5-7cm
Care
Location: The Tillandsia espinosae requires a shady location with high humidity. It is not suitable for the garden.
Watering: It is best to soak the tillandsia in rainwater every two weeks and then let it dry, or spray it with water several times a week. Make sure that no water ever remains in the leaves.
Substrate: Tillandsias should not be placed in moist soil; mineral substrate, sand, or even no substrate at all are more suitable.
Propagation: Tillandsias can be propagated through pollination and seed formation; since they are not self-fertilizing, pollen from another plant of the same species must be transferred with a fine brush. Pup formation is the second propagation method for tillandsias. Tillandsias often form pups, or new plants, on the stem of the mother plant, which is particularly necessary because the mother plant dies after flowering.
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Note: Our tillandsias all come from greenhouse cultivation and not from wild populations!
Note: Sizes and shapes may vary for plants, as each plant is unique. This applies particularly in winter or when availability is low. The coloration also varies depending on the season.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Basics
Do Tillandsias need soil?
Do Tillandsias need soil?
No. They absorb water/nutrients through trichomes and are attached, laid or hung. Of course, Tillandsias offered in pots are an exception. For example, Tillandsia cyanea.
How bright should the right location be?
How bright should the right location be?
Bright to very bright, preferably with morning/evening sun. No direct midday sun behind glass (magnifying glass effect).
Grey vs. green Tillandsias – what's the difference?
Grey vs. green Tillandsias – what's the difference?
Grey tillandsias (with many trichomes) tolerate more sun and dryness; green ones prefer humid air and a slightly shadier location.
How can I attach Tillandsia plants?
How can I attach Tillandsia plants?
Tillandsias can be attached to the substrate with solvent-free adhesives. We recommend florist glue or UHU-Polymax. Absolutely avoid hot glue! The high temperatures can damage the tillandsia. Alternatively, (stainless steel) wire is also very suitable.
