Tillandsia leonamiana 'Leon'

Tillandsia leonamiana 'Leon' is a cultivar of a Brazilian species that produces a neat rosette of narrow, silvery-green leaves covered in fine trichomes. The foliage remains a consistent pale green to silver hue and is adapted to moderate light and humidity. During flowering, it develops a short inflorescence with red to reddish-pink bracts and tubular purple flowers. 

Distinctive features:

• Silvery, narrow leaves with fine trichome coverage
• Produces red to reddish-pink bracts with purple flowers
• Compact rosette, generally 10–15 cm in height when flowering
• Adapted to humid environments with good air circulation
• Often distinguished from similar forms by its purple rather than white flowers

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, filtered light; tolerates gentle direct sun
• Water: Mist 2–3 times per week or soak briefly; ensure drying within a few hours
• Humidity: Performs best in moderate to high humidity with ventilation
• Media: Mount on cork, bark, or wood; also suitable for open containers
• Temperature: Optimal range is 15–30°C; protect from cold and frost
• Fertiliser: Use diluted tillandsia fertiliser monthly during active growth

Additional Notes:

• Visually similar to T. recurvifolia but differs in flower colour
• Suitable for small-scale displays or terrarium-style setups with airflow
• Offsets readily when mature
• Not toxic to pets