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Free Tillandsia Cyanea PlantsThe Tillandsia is one of the smallest bromeliads and also one of the most attractive. The unusual, flat flower spike is made up of a series of overlapping bracts, coloured a beautiful shade of pink. For several weeks it produces a succession of blue-violet flowers. The spike itself remains attractive for over two months. As it is an epiphytic or tree¬living plant, the Tillandsia has a very weak root system. Water and food are therefore best applied directly to the foliage, with a hand mister or a fine-rosed watering can. In warm conditions the plant may need to be sprayed nearly every day. Plant type : Flowering bromeliad with upright, arching habit Season of interest : Varies according to plant and situation Size : 20-30cm (8—12in) Flower : Three-petalled, blue-violet, produced from flattened, oval, 7.5-12cm (3—5in), pink-bracted spike Leaf : Pointed, thin, 20-30cm (8—12in) long, greyish green, radiating from centre Temperature : 16-22°C (61-72°F) Aspect/Light : Reasonably well-lit situation with some shade Humidity : High Watering : Spray foliage with mister, allowing to dry a little before re-watering Feeding : Once a month with half strength houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer Propagation : Remove 7,5 -1 Ocm (3 -4in) offsets in spring or early summer and pot in seed and cutting compost at 18-22°C (68—72°F) Potting : Seed and cutting or bromeliad compost Problems : Dehydration and leaf scorch if foliage is not moistened regularly and atmosphere is too dry Availability : Frequently available throughout year Uses indoors : Small feature plant or as part of mixed arrangement in bowl or planter in lounge or dining room |
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