Bromeliad Tillandsia Bonsai Tree

Product Details

Features

Terrestrial, earth-house bromeliads take water in through their root systems, along with through specific scales on their leaves which empower them to absorb moisture and nutrients through their leaves. The roots of these ephiphytic bromeliads function to anchor them with their host crops, often instances large in the tree tops where lifeless leaves rot and rain fill the central "cup" of the plant. The bromeliad species smaller genus, Tillandsia, (usually called "air plants") may be pasted into a magnet or attached to driftwood or some such thing. We, at Bonsai Boy, drill a hole in a textured part of lava stone for the Pink Quill bromeliad to develop. Our Pink Quill bromeliad is vey simple to take care of. Simply fill the bottom of the plant with water and be sure that it remains on a tray full of water. The flower will last for months and then reappear after it's rested.

Growing Instructions

Sun: Indirect

They should not be in a position to see the sun directly, although early morning or late evening sun is fine. Filtered sunlight through a sheer curtain is best and most homes are comprised primarily of indirect sunlight. The best spot for them is where they do not see the sun during the majority of the day but still get bright, indirect light.

Light: Bright

They will do best in bright light. A nice bright place inside your home would be on the window sill or a stool that is right next to a window, either with or without blinds, depending on if the plant can handle sun. Remember that plants will grow based on how much light they receive.

Water: Every week

Soak them in a bowl of room temperature water for an hour. Shake excess water off afterward and leave them to dry upside down in a bright spot.

Humidity: High

They like a high humidity environment, give them a mist regularly. Alternatively, you can put them around a humidifier. It doesn't mean they'll die if they don't get enough humidity, they may get some crunch edges or yellow rims if they don't have enough humidity but will survive.

Pet Friendly

You can feel comfortable having this plant around your home in the potential case where your pet feels like nibbling on it. However, we typically recommend keeping your pets from eating any of your houseplants.

Special Care