Tillandsia 'Confusion'

Tillandsia 'Confusion' is a striking hybrid cultivar known for its elegant, upright form and multicoloured inflorescence. It forms a semi-caulescent rosette with slender, arching silver-green leaves that may develop pink or red tones under strong light. The inflorescence is particularly eye-catching, with floral bracts transitioning through shades of pink, orange, yellow, and green, and vivid purple tubular flowers emerging successively. Over time, it forms clumps, making it an ideal candidate for suspended or mounted displays that showcase its full silhouette and floral display.

Distinctive features:

• Silvery, slender leaves that may blush under strong light
• Inflorescence displays a gradient of pink, orange, yellow, and green bracts
• Purple tubular flowers emerge from a tall central spike
• Caulescent habit, producing new rosettes along a stem over time
• Forms elegant clusters with age, suited to hanging or vertical displays

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, filtered light; some early morning or late afternoon sun is beneficial
• Water: Mist 2–3 times per week or soak briefly; ensure full drying within a few hours
• Humidity: Performs well in moderate to high humidity with good air movement
• Media: Mount on cork, wood, or wire; suitable for hanging frames or open containers
• Temperature: Ideal range is 15–30°C; avoid frost and cold, damp conditions
• Fertiliser: Apply diluted tillandsia fertiliser monthly during the growing season

Additional Notes:

• Highly ornamental due to its colourful inflorescence and elegant foliage
• Suited to bright interiors, patios, or sheltered garden walls
• Grows steadily and rewards consistent care with a long-lasting floral display
• Not toxic to pets