Tillandsia funckiana – planta de aer cu frunzis fin, asemanator cu un mic conifer tropical

Tillandsia funckiana is one of the most delicate and spectacular air plants, known for its thin, pointed leaves arranged spirally along the stem. Its shape, resembling a mini conifer, gives it a unique, highly decorative appearance, suitable for wooden supports, aerial arrangements, or tillandsia collections.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Tillandsia funckiana

• Family: Bromeliaceae

• Origin: Venezuela

• Foliage: thin, green-silver, flexible

• Flowers: intense red, appear solitary at the top, spectacular and contrasting

• Type: epiphytic, does not require soil

☀️ Light:

Loves strong, indirect light. Also tolerates a few hours of gentle morning or evening sun.

💧 Watering:

Spray 3–4 times a week in summer, 1–2 times in winter. Ensure complete drying within 2–4 hours.

Can also be hydrated by soaking for 10–15 minutes, then shake off excess water.

💨 Air circulation:

Essential to prevent mold. Ideally near a window with moving air.

🌡️ Temperature:

Preferably 15–28°C. Does not tolerate temperatures below 10°C.

💚 Advantages and uses:

• Very decorative air plant with a unique shape

• Does not require soil

• Ideal for arrangements on wood, shells, ceramic supports

• Perfect for tillandsia collections

Note: The leaves may show small dry spots, imperfections, or slightly browned tips due to transport or humidity fluctuations – these aspects are normal for Tillandsia funckiana and do not affect its development.