Tillandsia Purpurea Form No. 14

Tillandsia Purpurea Form No. 14

The Tillandsia Purpurea Form No. 14 is a highly attractive variety within the Tillandsia purpurea group, prized for its natural elegance, silvery coloration, and balanced habit. It is an air plant of great ornamental value, ideal for those seeking a resilient and decorative species.

It features a harmonious structure with narrow, firm leaves covered in fine trichomes that give it its characteristic silvery-gray tone. Its silhouette is light and sophisticated, fitting very well both in collections and in decorative arrangements with other tillandsias.

It is a plant especially valued for its good adaptation to bright, airy environments, showing steady growth and a very elegant presence. Thanks to its refined aesthetic, this commercial form is ideal for those looking for a tillandsia with its own personality that is easy to integrate into any space.

As part of the Tillandsia purpurea group, it also stands out for its attractive flowering, associated with a spike in purple or violet shades and pleasantly scented flowers, which further increases its ornamental appeal.

Due to its compact size, hardiness, and silvery appearance, the Tillandsia Purpurea Form No. 14 is perfect for collections, decorative mounts, air plant arrangements, and brightly lit spaces.

Technical Data Sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Purpurea Form No. 14
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Commercial form of Tillandsia purpurea
Type: Commercial / Botanical form

Watering: Moderate-low
Sun: High brightness / tolerates soft sun
Location: Very bright indoors or sheltered outdoors
Flowering: Spike in purple or violet shades, highly ornamental
Fragrant flowering: Yes

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

Drought tolerant: Yes
Tolerates cool and humid climate: Moderately, with good ventilation
Suitable for terrariums: Yes, in open, ventilated terrariums
Ideal for beginners: Yes
Rare tillandsia: Not particularly

MOUNT / BARK NOT INCLUDED