Tillandsia reducta
Tillandsia reducta
Tillandsia reducta

Tillandsia reducta

Regular price $20.00 Sale

Origins: Peru

Bloom: Short, simple pink inflorescence with small flowers that are purple at the center and white on the face of the petals

Light: Strong indirect, filtered, and/or partial direct light

Ideal for: Outdoors

Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, allow to dry within 6-8 hours.  Soaking likely won't be necessary for this dry climate species

 

This species is closely related to the tectorum family and other closely related species like chusgonensis. Can be found in one small locality in Peru in rock formations. Produces fun little balls of fuzz over multiple generations.  Can handle strong light including direct light and likes good air flow.  A must have for collectors and fans of xeric species