Tillandsia pruinosa is a species native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It grows in warm, humid environments, often sheltered within tree canopies. The plant is characterised by its dense covering of trichomes, giving it a frosted appearance, and its tendency to curl and contort as it matures. It produces tubular purple flowers emerging from pinkish bracts during its flowering phase.
Care Tips:
Light: Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun for prolonged periods, as it may cause leaf desiccation.
Water: Mist thoroughly 2–3 times per week, ensuring good air circulation for drying. Soaking can be done occasionally but avoid water pooling in the leaf base.
Humidity: Thrives in 50–80% humidity; higher humidity supports better growth and flowering.
Temperature: Maintain between 15–30°C. It does not tolerate frost.
Fertiliser: Apply a diluted (¼ strength) bromeliad or orchid fertiliser monthly during the active growing season.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.
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.
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 cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our Help Centre (Contact Page).
