Also known as Guatemala Airplant · Guatemala Pink Quill · Guatemala Tillandsia
Tillandsia guatemalensis is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Guatemala, known for its slender, silvery leaves and simple, bright flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct, intense sunlight which can scorch leaves. Can tolerate lower light but will grow slower.
Allow to dry between waterings
50% intensity
Thoroughly soak or mist, then ensure complete drying. Reduce in winter.
Does not require soil
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid temperatures below 10°C and extreme fluctuations.
Greenhouse
50% intensity
Lightly during growing season
25% intensity
Use diluted bromeliad fertilizer monthly in spring/summer. None in fall/winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Tillandsia guatemalensis thoroughly once every 1-2 weeks, depending on humidity and airflow. Allow the plant to dry completely between waterings.
Submerge the plant in water for 20-30 minutes or mist heavily, ensuring good air circulation afterward to prevent rot. Avoid letting water sit in the center rosette.
Pruning is generally not necessary for Tillandsia guatemalensis unless removing dead or damaged leaves. Trim away any brown or dried leaf tips with clean scissors.
If the plant has produced pups, you can wait until they are a substantial size before considering separation, but it is not essential.
Tillandsia guatemalensis propagates through pups, which are small offsets that grow from the base of the mother plant.
Once a pup is about one-third the size of the parent plant, it can be carefully separated using a clean, sharp knife. Allow the cut surface to callous for a day or two before mounting or planting.
Tillandsia guatemalensis does not require traditional repotting as it is an epiphyte and does not grow in soil. It should be mounted on a suitable substrate such as bark, driftwood, or wire.
If the mounting material deteriorates, re-mount the plant onto fresh material. Ensure good air circulation around the roots.
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Where Tillandsia Guatemalensis (Tillandsia guatemalensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Bromeliaceae |
| Genus | Tillandsia |
| Species | Tillandsia guatemalensis |
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