Tillandsia Albertiana clump

The Tillandsia Albertiana is a striking botanical species belonging to the Bromeliaceae family, highly prized for its spectacular red blooms, an uncommon trait within the Tillandsia genus. Its compact size and elegant growth make it a highly valued plant for collectors and air plant enthusiasts.

This species is native to northwestern Argentina and border areas of Bolivia, where it grows naturally as an epiphytic or saxicolous plant, developing on tree trunks, branches, or rocks in regions with a dry climate, good ventilation, and bright light.

The Tillandsia Albertiana forms compact rosettes of narrow, slightly rigid leaves, bright green with a light covering of trichomes that allow it to absorb moisture and nutrients directly from the air. Over time, it can produce pups, forming small, highly decorative clusters.

One of its greatest attractions is its blooming, which usually appears in spring or early summer, producing intense red tubular flowers, a very distinctive feature within the genus.

Thanks to its compact size and spectacular flowering, the Tillandsia Albertiana is ideal for Tillandsia collections, open terrariums, vertical gardens, or decorative mounts on wood, cork, or stone.

Technical Data Sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Albertiana
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Argentina and Bolivia
Type: Botanical

Watering: Low watering
Sun: Partial shade
Location: Indoors or sheltered outdoors
Blooming: Spring – summer
Fragrant bloom: No

Drought tolerant: Yes
Tolerates cool and humid weather: Yes
Minimum temperature: It can tolerate temperatures close to 0 °C if kept completely dry, although it is recommended to protect it below 2 °C for safe cultivation.

Suitable for terrarium cultivation: Yes
Ideal for beginners: Yes
Rare Tillandsia: No

STAND / BARK NOT INCLUDED