Tillandsia Mystic Burgundy

Tillandsia Mystic Burgundy

The Tillandsia Mystic Burgundy (Muhriae x Albertiana) is an attractive ornamental hybrid from the Mystic series, created by Mark Dimmitt, a group of hybrids in which one of the parents is always Tillandsia albertiana. It is a plant highly prized for its compact habit, ease of cultivation, and spectacular dark, burgundy-toned coloration.

It features a specimen with hard leaves and elegant, grayish-green to dark gray tones, with deep nuances that enhance its sophisticated appearance. Its structure is balanced and ornamental, with a compact silhouette that maintains a strong visual presence even outside of blooming season.

The name “Burgundy” refers precisely to its most striking feature: the intensity of its burgundy tones, especially visible during flowering. In addition, this variety stands out for its great reproductive capacity and for forming clumps easily, which further increases its decorative value over time.

During flowering, it produces a bracted inflorescence and up to three burgundy-colored flowers, very similar to those of Tillandsia albertiana. The overall effect is especially showy and elegant, with an intense and unusual coloration that contrasts very well with the plant's dark foliage.

Thanks to its dark foliage, its burgundy flowering, its membership in the Mystic series, and its easy cultivation, the Tillandsia Mystic Burgundy is an excellent choice for those seeking a striking, elegant air plant with great personality.

Technical Sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Mystic Burgundy
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Ornamental hybrid
Type: Hybrid

Parents: Muhriae x Albertiana

Watering: Moderate
Sun: Bright light / filtered light
Location: Bright indoor or sheltered outdoor
Flowering: Bracted inflorescence with up to three burgundy-colored flowers
Fragrant flowering: Not confirmed

Humidity: 40–60% (min 40 / max 70)
Temperature: 10–30°C (min 5–10 / max 35)

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

Suitable for terrarium cultivation: Yes, in open, well-ventilated terrariums
Ideal beginner: Yes
Rare Tillandsia: Not especially

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