Tillandsia Holm's Mallekii

Tillandsia Holm´s Mallekii

The Tillandsia Holm´s Mallekii (Mallemontii x Kirschnekii) is an ornamental hybrid created in Germany, highly prized for its elegant appearance, fine habit, and the attractive combination of traits inherited from its parents.

This species is caulescent, meaning the stem is clearly distinguished from the root, and it generally grows in clusters. It features thin and somewhat channeled leaves, with slightly curved tips, in shades of gray and silver.

It is a specimen with fine leaves covered in trichomes that give it a distinct silvery appearance, providing a light, refined, and highly decorative silhouette.

It produces several rosettes of about 6 centimeters, extending slightly beyond the foliage, from which 4 to 5 beautiful purple flowers emerge.

It requires plenty of light but not direct sun, controlled humidity levels, and good ventilation. It is a very hardy plant that tolerates temperature changes well.

Thanks to its elegant habit, silvery coloration, and striking flowering, the Tillandsia Holm´s Mallekii is an excellent choice for those looking for an exclusive, decorative air plant that is easy to integrate into natural compositions.

Technical sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Holm´s Mallekii
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Cultivated hybrid, created in Germany
Type: Hybrid
Parents: Tillandsia Mallemontii x Tillandsia Kirschnekii

Watering: Moderate
Sun: Plenty of light / no direct sun
Location: Bright indoors or sheltered outdoors
Flowering: 4 to 5 purple flowers
Fragrant flowering: Not confirmed

Humidity: 50–70% (min 40 / max 80)
Temperature: 12–30 °C (min 8 dry / max 35)

Drought tolerant: Yes, moderately
Tolerates cool and humid climate: Moderately, with good ventilation

Suitable for terrariums: Yes, in open and well-ventilated terrariums
Ideal for beginners: Yes
Rare Tillandsia: Yes

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