Tillandsia aeranthos
£9.00
Similar to Tillandsia bergeri in appearance, however Tillandsia aeranthos produces a darker blue flower from the pink flower spike. Tillandsia aeranthos produces it’s vibrantly coloured inflorescence annually like clockwork. In habitat, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay, this air plant grows at varying altitudes from just above sea level to several hundred meters, and is particularly popular with hummingbirds. aeranthos produces ‘pups’ or baby plants after flowering and over a few seasons can form an attractive cluster. Commonly known throughout parts of Latin America as “Claveles del aire” (‘carnations of the sky’), and inspiring the Argentine composer Juan de Dios Filiberto’s tango of the same name. One of the hardiest airplants, Tillandsia aeranthos can tolerate lower temperatures than most airplants and if properly acclimatised can be grown outdoors in mild areas given a slightly protected spot, although it will not tolerate frost. A very tolerant variety, perfect airplant for beginners and seasoned growers alike.
- Eventual (Mature) Height: 15cm
- Eventual (Mature) Width: 10cm
- Flower colour: Blue
- Watering: Moderate
- Light: Moderate
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Flavio Ferreri (verified owner) –
Simply perfect! Speedy delivery, gorgeous, healthy plants, all very carefully packed. When I was a child, I lived in South America and I remember these beauties growing naturally on the branches of many trees. Their pink inflorescence spikes and purple-petaled flowers are just unique in their beauty. The ones I got from Craftyplants are as lovely as those I keep in my dearest memories. Tillandsia is such an incredibly beautiful genus… all aeranthos are also quite easy to grow. I’m so happy with them. Thank you very very much guys!