Mexican black torch

How to Grow and Care for Mexican black torch

Mexican black torch · Tillandsia punctulata

Plants need no compost; they are glued or wired to a support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn immerse in rainwater twice a week (more in hot, dry conditions), drain well and allow to dry. Can stand outside in summer to benefit from rain, additional light and humidity. See Air plants for more

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Mexican black torch

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
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FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Plants need no compost; they are glued or wired to a support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn immerse in rainwater twice a week (more in hot, dry conditions), drain well and allow to dry. Can stand outside in summer to benefit from rain, additional light and humidity. See Air plants for more

How to Water Mexican black torch?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Mexican black torch?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Mexican black torch?

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What Soil Is Best for Mexican black torch?

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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Mexican black torch?

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How to Fertilize Mexican black torch?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Mexican black torch?

Remove individual rosettes that have died after flowering

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How to Propagate Mexican black torch?

Propagate from seed (see Air plants) or by separating offsets once they are at least a third the size of the parent

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How to Transplant Mexican black torch?

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How to Care for Mexican black torch in Winter?

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How to Plant Mexican black torch?

Plants need no compost; they are glued or wired to a support. Grow under glass in bright but diffused light with good ventilation. From spring to autumn immerse in rainwater twice a week (more in hot, dry conditions), drain well and allow to dry. Can stand outside in summer to benefit from rain, additional light and humidity. See Air plants for more

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How to Repot Mexican black torch?

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How to Harvest Mexican black torch?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids and mealybugs

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The Toxicity of Mexican black torch

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Attributes of Mexican black torch

Plant typeHouseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitClump forming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Tillandsia punctulata
Genus
Tillandsia
Family
Bromeliaceae
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