Tillandsia Albida

*Air plant only, cholla pot sold separately Tillandsia albida, a native to Mexico where the plant is almost extinct now. Largely cultivated for ornamental reasons, this Bromeliaceae family member has distinct silver-colored rigid and thick leaves forming a rosette. When hung upside down, the leaves of this winter-dormant plant spiral around the caulescent stem to reach the light. Interestingly, the Albida species comes in varying heights - dwarf plants at about 15 cm, medium to extra large plants reach the height of 4 inches to 8 inches. Being an innate xeric, it prefers full sun and higher temperatures. The xerophyte bears red-colored inflorescences with cream flowers during the blooming season.​​ Growth Rate The Albida tillandsia has a slow growth rate.   Flowering The rosette gives rise to a crimson inflorescence bearing small cream flowers. This plant has the capacity to bloom at any time of the year. Watering and Feeding Misting or dunking is advised for Tillandsia albida. The ai