Tillandsia Latifolia Dwarf Type 1

Tillandsia Latifolia Dwarf Type 1

The Tillandsia Latifolia Dwarf Type 1 is an attractive compact variety of Tillandsia Latifolia, belonging to the Bromeliaceae family, highly valued for its small size, dense growth, and ability to take on intense coloration. It is an air plant ideal for collections and decorative arrangements.

The Tillandsia Latifolia is native to Peru and Ecuador, where it grows naturally in coastal and arid areas, developing as an epiphytic or saxicolous plant in environments with high light, low humidity, and good ventilation.

The Dwarf Type 1 form is characterized by its very compact growth and shorter, denser leaves, forming small, tight rosettes. Over time, it produces numerous pups, creating very decorative clusters.

The leaves have a grayish-green color that, with good light exposure, can turn into reddish or orange tones, especially during periods of light stress or prior to flowering.

During the flowering season, generally in spring or summer, it can produce tubular flowers in violet tones, accompanied by more intense coloration in the plant.

Thanks to its compact size, its resilience, and its ability to form clusters, the Tillandsia Latifolia Dwarf Type 1 is ideal for open terrariums, collections, vertical gardens, or mounting on wood and cork.

Technical sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Latifolia Dwarf Type 1
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Peru and Ecuador
Type: Botanical (variety)

Location: Indoors or protected outdoors
Flowering: Spring – summer
Fragrant flowering: No

Drought tolerant: Yes
Tolerates cool and humid climate: No

Suitable for terrarium cultivation: Yes
Ideal for beginners: Yes
Rare Tillandsia: Yes

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