Name: Tillandsia Pohliana 3-5"
Brand: Air Plant
SKU: 19386
Price: 8.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Tillandsia pohliana (Pohl's Air Plant)

Tillandsia pohliana is an elegant air plant admired for its soft, silvery-green foliage and graceful, symmetrical shape. Its long, slender leaves form an attractive rosette, gently arching and curling outward to create a delicate, sculptural appearance. A coating of fine, silvery scales gives the foliage a beautiful frosted finish, allowing the plant to absorb moisture directly from the air and water. When mature, Tillandsia pohliana may produce a colorful flower spike with pinkish-red bracts and delicate flowers. With its airy growth habit and beautiful texture, this unusual Tillandsia makes a wonderful addition to hanging displays, driftwood arrangements, and collections of unique tropical plants.

Botanically known as Tillandsia pohliana, this species belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and is native to parts of South America, including Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It is an epiphytic air plant that naturally grows attached to trees and other surfaces without requiring soil. Its silvery foliage is covered in specialized scales called trichomes, which help it collect moisture and nutrients from its surroundings.

Care

Light: Prefers bright, indirect light and can tolerate some gentle direct morning sunlight. Its silvery foliage is adapted to relatively bright growing conditions, but prolonged exposure to intense afternoon sunlight can cause scorching. A bright east-facing window or a filtered south-facing window is ideal.

Watering: Soak the plant in room-temperature water for approximately 20–30 minutes once a week, adjusting the frequency based on humidity, temperature, and airflow. In particularly dry environments, an additional thorough misting between soakings may be beneficial. After watering, gently shake off excess moisture and place the plant upside down or at an angle in a well-ventilated area until completely dry. Avoid allowing water to remain trapped in the center of the rosette.

Soil: No soil required! Tillandsia pohliana is an epiphytic air plant that can be mounted on driftwood, cork bark, decorative branches, or displayed in an open container. Avoid planting it in traditional potting soil, and choose a display that allows plenty of airflow around the foliage.

Temperature & Humidity: Thrives in temperatures between 60–85°F and appreciates moderate humidity, ideally 40–70%. Protect from frost and prolonged exposure to temperatures below 50°F. Good air circulation is essential, particularly after watering, to prevent moisture-related problems.

Growth Habit: A slow to moderately growing air plant that forms an attractive rosette of slender, silvery-green leaves. As it matures, its foliage develops a graceful, slightly arching appearance. Mature plants may produce an upright flower spike with colorful bracts and delicate tubular flowers. Like other bromeliads, each rosette typically blooms once before gradually producing offsets, or pups, near its base. These pups can be left attached to form a larger cluster or carefully separated once sufficiently developed.

Pet Safety

Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. Tillandsia species are widely regarded as pet-friendly houseplants. However, chewing on the foliage may cause mild digestive upset, and the delicate leaves can be damaged by curious pets. Display this air plant in a secure location where it can grow undisturbed.

** Picture is illustrative of plant you will received but not necessarily the exact plant

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