The Tillandsia andreanais an elegant air plant from the Bromeliaceae family. This rare variety is native to Columbia and Venezuela. It is a unique red flowering plant with spiky needle-like leaves shooting out on all sides. With a symmetrical round ball-like rosette, this plant is pet-friendly and finds use in fun projects. The drought-tolerant Tillandsia andreana care requirement is minimal. It has a characteristic red tubular flower emerging from its center. With direct shaded light, this slow-growing plant grows up to a height of 2.5 inches.
Growth Rate
The Andreana tillandsia is a slow-growing houseplant.
Flowering
This plant flowers all the year through. The green leaves start to get the typical red blush just before blooming. A bright red tubular Tillandsia andreana flower emerges from the center of the monocarpic plant.
Watering and Feeding
Dunking or misting the plant is suggested to meet its watering needs. If the plant is placed outdoors, a hose can be used to mist it. For dunking, the plant should be submerged in a bowl of water for half an hour and then tapped dry, or else it will rot. If outdoors, water every third day. If indoors, water once every week. Feeding is recommended once in 15 days during summer months and once during winters.
Soil
Tillandsia andreana does not require soil for growth. It can attach to cliffs and rocks. When planted indoors, these look great in terrariums.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone of Tillandsia andreana is 9 to 11. It needs protection from frost as it cannot tolerate temperatures less than 30° F (-1.1° C).
Light
Bright indirect sunlight is ideal for the plant’s good health.
Propagation
Tillandsia andreana pupsare the best for propagation.
Bring home this rare air plant Tillandsia andreana. Plant it in terrariums and place it on desks or tables. Ensure proper ventilation for a happy plant!
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Please note: Our large plants are many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive 100% healthy and looking great.
Please note: Our large plants are shipped bare root. They are also many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive healthy and looking great.
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Any plant that is 6" and larger that is not in our Houseplant category will be shipped bare root (without a pot).
What makes us different is the passion and the attention to detail in all we do here at Planet Desert. We are confident in the quality of our products. That’s why all our plants have a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return the product and get a refund or exchange it for another one — similar or not. Shipping charges may apply.
You can return a product for up to 14 days from the date of purchase. Please submit photos with your order number to info@planetdesert.com to initiate your return. Shipping fees may apply.
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The Tillandsia andreanais an elegant air plant from the Bromeliaceae family. This rare variety is native to Columbia and Venezuela. It is a unique red flowering plant with spiky needle-like leaves shooting out on all sides. With a symmetrical round ball-like rosette, this plant is pet-friendly and finds use in fun projects. The drought-tolerant Tillandsia andreana care requirement is minimal. It has a characteristic red tubular flower emerging from its center. With direct shaded light, this slow-growing plant grows up to a height of 2.5 inches.
Growth Rate
The Andreana tillandsia is a slow-growing houseplant.
Flowering
This plant flowers all the year through. The green leaves start to get the typical red blush just before blooming. A bright red tubular Tillandsia andreana flower emerges from the center of the monocarpic plant.
Watering and Feeding
Dunking or misting the plant is suggested to meet its watering needs. If the plant is placed outdoors, a hose can be used to mist it. For dunking, the plant should be submerged in a bowl of water for half an hour and then tapped dry, or else it will rot. If outdoors, water every third day. If indoors, water once every week. Feeding is recommended once in 15 days during summer months and once during winters.
Soil
Tillandsia andreana does not require soil for growth. It can attach to cliffs and rocks. When planted indoors, these look great in terrariums.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone of Tillandsia andreana is 9 to 11. It needs protection from frost as it cannot tolerate temperatures less than 30° F (-1.1° C).
Light
Bright indirect sunlight is ideal for the plant’s good health.
Propagation
Tillandsia andreana pupsare the best for propagation.
Bring home this rare air plant Tillandsia andreana. Plant it in terrariums and place it on desks or tables. Ensure proper ventilation for a happy plant!
