Tillandsia purpurea form no. 11

Tillandsia Purpurea Forma no. 11

The Tillandsia Purpurea Forma no. 11 is a very attractive form within the Tillandsia purpurea group, prized for its natural elegance, its silvery appearance, and its refined silhouette. It is a highly ornamental air plant, ideal for collectors and those seeking a hardy, decorative species with a delicate and luminous bearing.

It features an elegant structure with numerous narrow, firm leaves covered in trichomes that give it that characteristic silvery gray tone. Among the different forms of purpurea, this variant stands out for its balanced appearance and its light yet highly decorative presence.

It is a plant highly valued for its good adaptation to bright and ventilated environments, showing steady growth and a very versatile aesthetic for decorative displays, air plant compositions, or specialized collections. As part of the Tillandsia purpurea group, it also shares that sophisticated air so characteristic of the species' coastal forms.

During flowering, it develops a long pink floral bract, accompanied by highly fragrant flowers with a lilac edge and a white center, a particularly striking and elegant combination that further enhances its ornamental value.

Thanks to its size, its resilience, and its fragrant flowering, the Tillandsia Purpurea Forma no. 11 is ideal for collections, decorative displays, compositions with other tillandsias, and spaces with plenty of light.

Technical Sheet

Scientific name: Tillandsia Purpurea Forma no. 11
Family: Bromeliaceae
Origin: Commercial form of Tillandsia purpurea
Type: Commercial / Botanical form

Watering: Moderate-low
Sun: High brightness / tolerates mild sun
Location: Very bright indoors or protected outdoors
Flowering: Long pink floral bract, flowers with lilac edge and white center
Fragrant flowering: Yes, highly perfumed

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 and ventilated terrariums
Ideal for beginners: Yes
Rare tillandsia: Not especially

MOUNT / BARK NOT INCLUDED