Tillandsia filifolia
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Tillandsia filifolia is a graceful species native to Central America and southern Mexico, typically found growing in humid forests at mid to high elevations. It prefers shaded to filtered light environments and often grows on tree branches in areas with consistent moisture and airflow. The plant forms a spherical to upright rosette of very slender, dark green leaves that arch outward like fine threads. It produces a slender inflorescence with purple to lavender tubular flowers, sometimes with green bracts. This species is valued for its elegant appearance and tolerance of indoor conditions with moderate humidity.
Care Tips:
- Light: Prefers bright, filtered light or partial shade; avoid direct midday sun
- Water: Mist 3–5 times weekly or soak gently; ensure quick drying
- Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity (60–80%) with good ventilation
- Media: Best mounted on bark or suspended in air; avoid enclosed terrariums
- Temperature: Ideal range is 14–28°C; sensitive to frost and prolonged heat
- Fertiliser: Use 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: Medium
