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Eine dekorative Pflanze mit rosafarbigen Blättern, die in einem modernen Drahtgestell auf einem runden Stein steht. Zwei lila Kerzen mit gelben Spitzen sind in die Pflanze integriert, was einen kreativen und einzigartigen Look erzeugt.

Tillandsia ionantha var. huamelula

Epiphytic dry Tillandsia from South America. It requires no soil, thrives well in bright locations, and absorbs moisture through its leaves.
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Tillandsia ionantha var. huamelula is a locally occurring form of Tillandsia ionantha from the San Pedro Huamelula region in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. It has been described as a distinct variety because it slightly differs in growth form and flower characteristics from other ionantha types. 

Characteristics:

Tillandsia ionantha var. huamelula forms compact, rather flat-growing rosettes with slightly open, silvery-green leaves. During the flowering period, intensely pink to reddish-colored leaves emerge, from which violet tubular flowers appear. The plant remains small, grows slowly, and is well-suited for structured arrangements or collections focusing on regional varieties.

Care Instructions:

Light: Very bright to sunny – the more light, the more intense the color during flowering.
Water: Spray 2–3 times a week or occasionally soak. Then allow to dry well.
Humidity: Medium to high (50–70%) – good air circulation is important.
Fertilizer: In spring and summer, 1–2 times per month with our special Tillandsia or orchid fertilizer in diluted form.
Temperature: 16–30 °C, robust – can tolerate short periods down to about 5 °C frost-free.

Note: An interesting regional form for connoisseurs and collectors. Ideal for combining with other ionantha variants in thematic arrangements or miniature landscapes.

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