Tillandsia tectorum Ex-Isley
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Tillandsia tectorum is native to high-altitude regions of Ecuador and Peru, where it grows in dry, exposed habitats with intense sunlight and regular air movement. Its leaves are covered in dense, silvery-white trichomes that give the plant a soft, velvety appearance while helping it capture moisture from fog and dew. This Ex-Isley stock originates from the well-known grower Paul T. Isley III and is appreciated by collectors for its strong trichome coverage and consistent growth form. Mature plants produce slender bloom spikes carrying violet tubular flowers that contrast with the pale foliage.
This specimen is the exact plant in the photo and is approximately 30cm.
Care Tips:
- Light – Provide bright, indirect light to full sun; good airflow is essential to prevent moisture retention on the leaves.
- Water – Mist or soak lightly, allowing the plant to dry quickly; reduce watering during cooler months.
- Humidity – Tolerates moderate to low humidity when airflow is adequate.
- Media – Grow mounted or displayed loose; soil is not required.
- Temperature – Best grown at 10–27 °C; protect from frost.
- Fertiliser – Apply a diluted bromeliad fertiliser during the growing season.
- Repotting – Not applicable; pups form naturally and can be separated when mature.
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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.
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- 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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