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cactus-dwelling air plant

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T. cacticola is an evergreen, epiphytic perennial, to 30cm tall. with a rosette of silvery-white linear leaves, up to 40cm long, tapering to a fine point. Spikes, up to 30cm tall, bear lilac-lavender bracts from which cream-coloured flowers are produced over a long period

Scientific classification

Species: cactus-dwelling air plant (Tillandsia cacticola)
Genus: Tillandsia
Family: Bromeliaceae

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

Distribution map

Northern Peru

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of cactus-dwelling air plant

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cactus-dwelling air plant care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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 more

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