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 and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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