Tillandsia plagiotropica
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- Pot size: Ø 6.0cm
Tillandsia plagiotropica 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 plagiotropica 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 plagiotropica 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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Tillandsia plagiotropica belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and originates from South America, primarily Guatemala and El Salvador. In Germany, Tillandsias are also known as "Luftnelke" (air carnation).
Appearance
Tillandsia plagiotropica has green leaves. When it blooms, the Tillandsia produces impressive, large yellow flowers. It can take several years for the Tillandsia to bloom.
Care
Tillandsia plagiotropica requires a semi-shady location with high humidity and is not suitable for gardens. It is best to soak the Tillandsia in rainwater once a week, submerging the entire plant and then allowing it to dry. 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 leave tap water in a bowl overnight or mix it with distilled water, which will prevent calcification of the Tillandsia. You can tell if Tillandsias are thirsty by the way their leaves curl up when they get too dry.
Name: Tillandsia plagiotropica or also known as Rainforest Tillandsia.
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Tillandsia plagiotropica originally comes from South America, especially from Guatemala and El Salvador.
Appearance
Color: Green leaves, arranged in a rosette shape.
Bloom: The flowers of the Tillandsia are impressive, large, and yellow.
Size: Ø 10-15cm; Height: 4-6cm
Care
Location: Tillandsia plagiotropica requires a bright, semi-shady location. It is not suitable for gardens.
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 no substrate at all are more suitable.
Propagation: Tillandsias can be propagated by pollination and seed formation; since they are not self-fertilizing, pollen must be transferred from another plant of the same species with a fine brush. Offshoot formation is the second method of Tillandsia propagation. Tillandsias often form offshoots, i.e., new plants, on the stem of the mother plant, which is 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 where each plant is unique. This applies particularly in winter or with limited availability. The coloring 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.
