Tillandsia 'Houston' is a cultivated hybrid between Tillandsia stricta and Tillandsia recurvifolia, valued for its elegant form and ornamental flowering. Originally registered by Paul T. Isley III, it is often confused with 'Cotton Candy', to which it is closely related. The plant features gracefully recurving silver-green leaves and produces a dense pink inflorescence topped with violet flowers. Its adaptability and forgiving nature make it a favourite among collectors and hobbyists alike.
Distinctive features:
Hybrid of T. stricta x T. recurvifolia, producing soft, silvered foliage
Inflorescence is a compact, rose-pink spike with multiple violet blooms
Leaves are arching and covered in fine trichomes
Forms symmetrical rosettes and produces offsets readily after flowering
More tolerant of lower humidity than many other tillandsias
Care Tips:
Light: Bright, filtered light is ideal; tolerates early morning sun
Water: Mist 3–4 times weekly or soak for 20–30 minutes once per week
Humidity: Moderate humidity (50–70%) is suitable; ensure airflow
Media: Mount on driftwood, cork, or wire; no potting mix required
Temperature: Performs best at 15–28°C; not frost-tolerant
Fertiliser: Apply diluted bromeliad fertiliser monthly during active growth
Additional Notes:
Well-suited to both indoor and sheltered outdoor environments
Flowers last up to two weeks, with bracts remaining attractive for longer
Often confused with similar hybrids like 'Cotton Candy', but tends to have slightly broader bracts
Not toxic to pets
Shipping Schedule & Biosecurity Information
Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) 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 cost at checkout.
Tillandsia 'Houston'
Size: Medium
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