Tillandsia aeranthos, the Silver-Tipped Air Plant, is a South American bromeliad featuring silvery foliage and vibrant pink flower spikes.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is dry, typically once every 1-2 weeks. Reduce watering in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Soil
Well-draining epiphytic mix, such as orchid bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. Avoid heavy, water-retentive soils.
Temperature
Thrives in average room temperatures. Protect from frost and extreme cold.
Habitat
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season. Reduce in winter.
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Filtered sunlight or bright room light.
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is dry, typically once every 1-2 weeks. Reduce watering in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Allow medium to dry out between waterings.
Well-draining epiphytic mix, such as orchid bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. Avoid heavy, water-retentive soils.
Thrives in average room temperatures. Protect from frost and extreme cold.
Ideal range 18-24°C; avoid below 10°C.
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse, Outdoor
Feed with a diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season. Reduce in winter.
Use a balanced or bromeliad-specific fertilizer.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Hanging, Pot
Plant Environment
House Plant, Indoor, Greenhouse, Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m
Spread
0.2-0.4 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Strap-like
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No