Tillandsia caput-medusae

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  • Fascinating plant with a bulbous base and thick, semi-succulent leaves that twist, curl and roll up on themselves
  • Plant is densely covered in soft silver scales (trichomes) which glisten in sunlight
  • Short, branched flowers spike is cherry red with lavender-blue flowers
  • The colour intensity of the flower spike is affected by the intensity of light the plant receives
  • The plant’s sculptural form is sure to attract attention in your garden
  • An undemanding and very adaptable plant tolerant of growing in a wide range of conditions
  • Care level: Very easy

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Weight .020 kg

Plant Care:

Tips on how to grow your plant successfully:

Light: Can be grown in spots which receive morning or late afternoon sun. Full sun at midday should be avoided.

Watering: Frequency of watering is always the most difficult cultural point to advise on. There are so many factors that influence it. As a guide during summer water once or twice a week and in winter once a week or even once in ten days to two weeks. It is important that plants dry after been watered, particularly when grown in a large clump. It is always best to water your plants in the early morning so that they dry off before nightfall.

Fertiliser: In their natural environment Tillandsia exist on very little nutrients. They do however respond to applications of fertiliser. We recommend that you apply fertiliser sparingly during the warmer months. Be sure to use a very dilute solution of a balanced water-soluble fertiliser.

Air Movement: Tillandsia require good air circulation at all times.

Humidity level: High

Please Note

This plant is supplied bare root. Plant supplied will be similar to plant photographed. Driftwood is for illustrative purposes only.