upright airplant
Nameupright airplant
Species NameTillandsia sp.
Common NameAirplant
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)4
Container Typenone
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Foliage Typestrap-like leaves
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant pink inflorescence; epiphytic growth habit on a tree trunk.
Description
This specimen of an upright airplant, likely a Tillandsia species, is growing epiphytically on the trunk of a host tree. It features a dense rosette of green-grey leaves and a vibrant pink inflorescence with small purple flowers emerging from the bracts. The plant appears healthy and well-established in its natural environment.
