Fragrant 'Shooting Star' Bareroot Air Plant

Description: Tillandsia purpurea is very variable, stemless to long-caulescent (+/- 9" tall) plant found growing on the sand, rock, and xerophytic vegetation from near sea level to 2900 feet above in costal Ecuador and Peru. First described by Ruiz and Pavon in 1802, it it produces very fragrant flowers that can sometimes last longer than normal. This particular plant, 'Shooting Star', is a cultivar of purpurea, but the leaves are stacked in a pentagonal configuration giving the appearance of a star. Foliage is somewhat stronger and thicker. Flowers are spicy-scented, similar to that of cinnamon. MEDIUM size is 2-4" high *You will receive a plant similar to the one(s) pictured. Listing is for only 1 plant. Product is customizable with a wire hanger or grapewood piece for an additional fee if requested. --------------------------------------------- Foliage:Rosulate or distributed along the stem, polystichous, covered with fine scales, narrowly triangular, up to 0.5" wide, more or less recurving, from 1-5" long. Blooms: Inflorescence is 5-20" long with up to 8 violet flowers. Flowers are considered spicy-scented, similar to that of cinnamon. Fruit: Yes - capsule Zoned: 9-11 Environment: Low to high humidity. It will usually tolerate indoor levels without difficulty. Grows best in 60-90 degrees F and will tolerate as low as 40 degrees for a very short period of time. Needs good air circulation. Light: Bright indirect to semi-direct light. Try to avoid North-facing windows due to lack of sufficient lighting. In lower areas of light, the plant with wither and die. If growing outdoors, it requires part sun. Water: It is recommended to thoroughly mist every 3-4 days or soak twice monthly for up to 20 minutes at a time. Decrease watering if the humidity levels are higher. Gently shake the plant to dislodge water then place upside-down on absorbent material until the leaves are thoroughly dry. If growing outdoors, this plant may require more water depending on the sun intensity (does not like all-day-direct sun outdoors). Soggy leaves or overly damp crown/base may encourage leaf drop and disease. Decrease water in winter. Fertilizer: If you choose to fertilize, use a balanced fertilizer every 1-2 months. It is advisable to use a epiphyte fertilizer mix or a general-purpose fertilizer diluted to 1/4 of the directions. Notes:This plant is not considered toxic, but should not be consumed. Plants are shipped with light wrapping and padding according to import/export regulations. Shipping usually occurs on Monday and Tuesday to minimize risk of damage to plants in transit. You may request shipping Wednesday - Friday provided your understanding the live-arrive guarantee is void. USPS First Class mail is offered, but not suggested - warranties are void due to extended time in transit and contents not being insured. Prior to shipping, please contact me with questions or concerns.

Price: 4 USD

Location: Los Angeles, California

End Time: 2023-12-21T11:07:24.000Z

Shipping Cost: 0 USD