Tillandsia Cotton Candy-Air Plant

Tillandsia Cotton Candy

Family

Bromeliaceae

Origin

Central America and Mexico

Environment

It likes warmer, humid conditions but will do just fine in a dryer environment with regular misting do not allow water to collect in the leaf bases as this will cause the plants to rot. Good ventilation is a must Feed with dilute liquid fertilizer fortnightly.

Description

The Tillandsia Cotton Candy air plant is very striking and almost “glows” with its green and silvery appearance. One of the larger sized Tillandsia, the Cotton Candy air plant’s leaves turn a silvery/purple color when starting the blooming process. As the plant continues to mature, its stiff leaves start to curve out in dramatic fashion. Once blooming, the Cotton Candy will display amazingly delicate pink and white blooms! 

Landscape Uses

Ornamental plants which are great for attracting birds.