Tillandsia stricta 'Silver'
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Tillandsia stricta 'Silver' is a cultivated selection of the widely distributed Tillandsia stricta, chosen for its pronounced silvery foliage and refined growth habit. Native populations of the species occur across Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina, often found growing on tree branches in warm, humid forests. The 'Silver' form displays pale grey-green leaves with dense trichome coverage, enhancing its ability to thrive in brighter and drier conditions. When in bloom, it produces vibrant pink bracts and soft violet flowers, often more vividly contrasted against the light foliage than in the typical green form.
Care Tips:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates early morning sun
- Water: Mist 2–4 times per week or soak briefly once a week; dry completely within a few hours
- Humidity: Thrives in moderate humidity with good air movement
- Media: Mount on bark, driftwood, or hang freely; avoid potting media
- Temperature: Ideal range is 16–30°C; avoid exposure to frost
- Fertiliser: Apply a diluted tillandsia fertiliser once a month during 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.
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Size: Medium
