Tillandsia elongata (WA Prohibited)
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Tillandsia elongata is a species native to a wide range of tropical regions including Mexico, Central America, northern South America, and parts of the Caribbean. It is typically found growing on trees or rocks in warm, humid lowland forests and coastal areas, often exposed to bright light and regular rainfall. The plant forms a large, upright rosette of long, green leaves and is best known for its tall, showy inflorescence, which can reach up to 50 cm in height. The branched spike bears bright pink to reddish bracts and pale violet tubular flowers, often lasting for several weeks.
Care Tips:
- Light: Requires bright, indirect light; tolerates filtered sun
- Water: Soak or thoroughly mist 2–3 times per week; dry fully within a few hours
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity with good airflow
- Media: Best mounted on wood or displayed upright in a well-ventilated container; no soil needed
- Temperature: Performs well at 18–32°C; protect from temperatures below 10°C
- Fertiliser: Apply diluted tillandsia fertiliser monthly during active growth
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
Size: Large
