Tillandsia rectifolia Pulk on cork
Tillandsia rectifolia is a natural hybrid of Tillandsia schiedeana and Tillandsia ionantha and originates from Central America, particularly Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama. It was described by Lyman B. Smith in 1941.
The name "rectifolia" means "straight-leaved" and refers to the predominantly upright-growing leaves of this compact species.
Characteristics:
Tillandsia rectifolia forms small to medium-sized rosettes with linear, silvery-gray leaves. During the flowering period, the inner leaves turn reddish, and violet tubular flowers appear from the center. The plant combines the robustness of schiedeana with the attractive coloring of ionantha, making it both easy to care for and decorative.
Care Instructions:
Light: Very bright to sunny, ideal spots are windows with morning or evening sun.
Water: Mist 2-3 times per week or occasionally soak. Allow to dry well.
Humidity: Medium to high (from 50%), airy location recommended.
Fertilizer: In spring and summer, fertilize 1-2 times per month with our special Tillandsia or orchid fertilizer in diluted form. Temperature: 16-30 °C, briefly down to about 5 °C frost-free possible.
Note: Tillandsia rectifolia is excellent for smaller holders, branches, or cork pieces. Due to its easy care and decorative flowers, it is also a highly recommended species for beginners.
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Since 2021, we use exclusively pots for our self-produced plants that are not only 100% recyclable but are also entirely made from recycled pots. To this end, we collect all used pots that arise in our operation and have them picked up in big bags by our pot supplier Göttinger. There, the pots are cleaned and processed in a water-free recycling facility into new pots that come back to us.
