Tillandsia - Seleptron ex. PT

Description: Tillandsia Seleptron is a hybrid by Peter Tristram, possibly of parentage T. seleriana x streptophylla. IPeter Tristram noted: “It was grown from seed labelled seleriana, from the v. large ones that we used to be able to import." An attractive hybrid, it is a large grower (over 40cm) with a bulbous based rosette. The foliage is silver / green in colour, succulent, recurving and channelled. It will develop a large, branched inflorescence which blushes a soft pink, with violet, tubular flowers. 

Position: We do not recommend keeping this plant indoors. They should receive bright, indirect sunlight, and very good airflow. We recommend mounting this species, in positions such as under a tree, in a shade-house, or in a covered outdoor area such as a deck or patio.  When positioning outdoors in colder states, protection from frost is required, so keep this in mind.

Watering: As a general rule, a plant in a hot position will require watering every 2-3 days. In a dark, humid environment watering once per week can often be adequate. This can be achieved by misting or dunking the plant. If outdoors, a hose can be used. When dunking a plant, leave submerged in a bowl of water for 10-20 minutes before shaking off excess water. Air plants love to dry out completely between each watering and must never have water sitting at their base as this will cause the plant to rot.

Fertilisation: We recommend fertilising your Air Plants once a fortnight in the warmer months and once a month through winter. We sell Air Plant Fertiliser in our "Decor" section and this bottle can be diluted to create 1L of fertiliser.

Each living plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, colour or shape depending on the season. Flowering plants are sent when available.