Tillandsia xerographica is one of the most recognisable and sought-after air plants, native to the dry forests of southern Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. It thrives in bright, arid environments with strong airflow and infrequent rainfall. This species forms a stunning rosette of wide, silvery-grey leaves that gracefully curl and spiral outward as the plant matures. It produces a towering, long-lasting inflorescence with a branched spike of soft green to red bracts and purple flowers. Exceptionally drought-tolerant, T. xerographica is slow-growing but highly ornamental, often used as a centrepiece in mounted or suspended displays.
Care Tips:
Light: Requires bright, indirect to direct light; best grown in well-lit areas
Water: Mist 1–2 times per week or soak briefly; ensure complete drying within a few hours
Humidity: Tolerates low humidity but appreciates occasional misting in very dry climates
Media: Mount on driftwood, stone, or in open wire baskets; do not pot in soil
Temperature: Prefers 18–32°C; protect from frost and excessive moisture
Fertiliser: Apply a diluted tillandsia fertiliser monthly during warm seasons
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.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
