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Eine Nahaufnahme einer Pflanze mit spitzen, grünen Blättern, die an der Spitze rot gefärbt sind, vor einem neutralen Hintergrund.

Tillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii

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. vanhyningii is an unusual and striking variant of Tillandsia ionantha, characterized by its climbing growth along rocks and tree trunks. It originates from Mexico and is named after the American botanist George Vanhyning, who discovered and cultivated it.

Characteristics: 

Tillandsia ionantha var. vanhyningii forms loose rosettes with elongated, grayish-green leaves and does not grow compactly like the typical ionantha; instead, it tends to branch along a stem or substrate. It develops longer internodes, giving it a strikingly "branched" appearance. During flowering, the leaf tips turn reddish, from which violet tubular flowers emerge.

Care Instructions:

Light: Very bright to sunny - ideal for a location with morning or evening sun.
Water: Spray 2-3 times per week or briefly soak. Afterward, allow to dry completely.
Humidity: Medium to high (50-70%) - ensure good air circulation.
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, robust - can be kept frost-free for short periods down to about 5 °C.

Note: A special ionantha form for enthusiasts and collectors. Ideal for cultivation on lying branches, cork pieces, or in hanging arrangements, where its unusual growth form can be appreciated.

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