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silver-leaved air plant

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T. argentea is an evergreen, epiphytic perennial forming rosettes to 25cm across, with linear to narrowly triangular leaves covered with silvery-white scales and, in spring, spikes of tubular red or blue flowers with pink bracts

Scientific classification

Species: silver-leaved air plant (Tillandsia argentea)
Genus: Tillandsia
Family: Bromeliaceae

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Toxicity: Houseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Tufted
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of silver-leaved air plant

Distribution map

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of silver-leaved air plant

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silver-leaved air plant care guide

Mist foliage regularly, avoid saturating attached growing base
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Mist foliage regularly, avoid saturating attached growing base

Fertilizing

Extremely diluted bromeliad feed monthly warm growing period

Pruning

Remove individual rosettes that have died after flowering

Propagation

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

Growing

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 further information

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