Tillandsia bartramii

Origins: Southern US, Mexico, and Guatemala

Bloom: Fuschia colored inflorescence and bract with purple tubular flowers

Light: Adaptable, best in strong indirect light

Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, allow to dry within 6-8 hours.  Soak monthly to rehydrate up to 4 hours as necessary.  This plant has very thin leaves which limits its ability to store water so it will need more water than many other air plants

Bartramii is one of many species considered a grass-type Tillandsia and is commonly mistaken for juncea, juncifolia, and Floridana.  What separates bartramii is the beautiful fuschia hue it holds when placed in strong indirect light and during bloom, softening the industrial shape and natural color of this plant