Tillandsia magnusiana hybrid
Tillandsia magnusiana hybrid

Tillandsia magnusiana hybrid

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Origins: South American import, specific origins unknown

Bloom: Short simple semi pendant inflorescence with a reddish bract and purple flowers 

Light: Strong indirect and/or filtered light

Water: Spray or dunk twice a week, ideally allowing the plant to dry the same day.  Soak monthly to rehydrate up to 4 hours as necessary

 

While the exact parentage of this plant is unknown, the mystery parent is likely T. velickiana or T. matudae given the bloom and leaf shape. The general shape of the plant and the bract shape are where the T. magnusiana parentage shines through. This plant does tend to be on the thirstier side, the leaves regularly roll inward signifying under hydration